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Hospitality and Tourism

There’s a lot of hard work that goes into making travel memorable. This is the industry that does that, 24/7, to ensure experiences from accommodations and food to transportation and entertainment are second to none.

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Career Pathways

  • Lodging
  • Recreation, Amusements and Attractions
  • Restaurants, Food and Beverage Services
  • Travel and Tourism

Common Majors To Study

  • Baking and Pastry Arts
  • Culinary Arts
  • Food Service Systems Administration
  • Hospitality Administration
  • Restaurant and Food Services Management
  • Casino Management
  • Hotel Management
  • Outdoor Education
  • Tourism and Travel Services Marketing Operations
  • Sales Operations

In-Demand Jobs in This Industry

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Hospitality and Tourism

Animal Trainers

Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or for assisting persons with disabilities. Accustom animals to human voice and contact, and condition animals to respond to commands. Train animals according to prescribed standards for show or competition. May train animals to carry pack loads or work as part of pack team.

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Median Salary

38,810

Job Outlook

+15%
Hospitality and Tourism

Athletes and Sports Competitors

Compete in athletic events.

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Median Salary

70,280

Job Outlook

+11%
Hospitality and Tourism

Lodging Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations.

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Median Salary

65,360

Job Outlook

+10%
Hospitality and Tourism

Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials

Officiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations. Includes all sporting officials, referees, and competition judges.

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Median Salary

35,820

Job Outlook

+10%
Hospitality and Tourism

Bartenders

Mix and serve drinks to patrons, directly or through waitstaff.

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Median Salary

31,510

Job Outlook

+9%
Hospitality and Tourism

Chefs and Head Cooks

Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.

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Median Salary

58,920

Job Outlook

+8%
Hospitality and Tourism

Cooks, Fast Food

Prepare and cook food in a fast food restaurant with a limited menu. Duties of these cooks are limited to preparation of a few basic items and normally involve operating large-volume single-purpose cooking equipment.

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Median Salary

29,260

Job Outlook

+6%
Hospitality and Tourism

Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria

Prepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias.

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Median Salary

35,320

Job Outlook

+6%
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Military Jobs in Action

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Ed Holoway
Master Sergeant | Marine Corps
Operations Chief
In the world of Hospitality & Tourism, service is key — just as it is in the Military. As an operations chief in the culinary services, Master Sgt. Holoway knows firsthand that a full stomach is one of the best ways to ensure mission success.
See Master Sgt. Holoway’s Story

Military Jobs in This Industry

In many ways, finding and excelling at a job in the Military is the same as finding one anywhere else. Here you can explore those opportunities in greater detail.

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Hospitality and Tourism

Military Dog Handlers

Military dog handlers are in charge of the basic care and training of military working dogs, which are generally used for drug interdiction, locating lost or wanted persons, or bomb-sniffing missions. They perform specialized duties in law enforcement, physical security, anti-terrorism operations, and detection of explosives and/or illicit drugs in the military community, utilizing an assigned military working dog.

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Median Salary

62,513

Workforce Count

26,806
Hospitality and Tourism

Military Food Service Specialists

Food service specialists function in every aspect of food preparation, including administration, procurement, storage, and distribution. They plan menus, purchase supplies, cook food, operate food service equipment, and provide customer service.

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Median Salary

63,322

Workforce Count

4,599
Hospitality and Tourism

Military Food Service Managers

Food service managers purchase, plan, store, prepare, and serve meals. They direct the personnel who prepare and serve food, and manage the facilities where food is prepared and stored. Their managerial responsibilities include budgeting for food and equipment purchases; developing food service phases of operational plans; employment and discharge of employees paid from mess funds; and, ensuring that mess property is clean and properly safeguarded.

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Median Salary

90,491

Workforce Count

1,003
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