Careers in Hospitality & Tourism

Written for high school and undergraduate students, this series will help students explore their futures, and set goals in these exciting and growing fields.This title examines 20 occupations in hospitality and tourism which encompasses the management, marketing and operations of restaurants, lodging, attractions, recreation events and other travel related services. Careers covered in the text include Chef, Cosmetologist, Fitness Trainer, Florist, Gardener, Hotel Manager, Interior Designer, Pilot, Sailor, Travel Agent, and many more.Chapters provide an inside-look at the career options within a particular profession, including: Overview: Sphere of WorkA Day in the LifeWork Environment: Physical, Human, TechnologicalEducation & Training: Schooling, Licensing, Adult Job SeekersEarnings & AdvancementAreas with the Highest Employment LevelsEmployment OutlookAssociations & Business Contacts to Jumpstart NetworkingPlus… Famous Firsts, Occupation Specialties, Skills & Abilities, Fun FactsConversations with Real Professions, including “What I Wish I Had Known”