
What Are The Best Hospitality Jobs?
If you’ve been looking into hospitality jobs, you might find yourself overwhelmed with just how many opportunities there really are in the industry.
But don’t worry, we’re here to break down the best hospitality jobs depending on your skills, background, and preferences as well as answer the question “Is hospitality a good career choice?”.
We have a ton of hospitality roles available, from hotel bar jobs to event marketing jobs, there’s such a diversity of rewarding options when you sign up for a Westgate career.
1. Resort Operations
Whether you end up in hotel housekeeping jobs, maintenance, or reception roles, there’s a range of upskilling and developing you can do in Resort Ops.
Stepping into any of the above roles offers the chance for you to directly interact with guests to ensure their experience is memorable. You’re a great fit for these roles if:
- You’re outgoing and empathetic.
- You enjoy solving problems at work alongside a team.
- You’re keen on the idea of creating memorable experiences for guests.
- You’re looking to work in a dynamic and flexible environment.
2. Food & Beverage
No hospitality business is complete without a top-tier Food and Beverage department. If combining creativity with guest interaction in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same sounds captivating to you, keep reading!
Diving into Food and Beverage jobs means you can create enjoyable experiences through food, drinks, and service with a smile.
You’re a great fit for these roles if:
- You’re energetic and creative.
- You thrive on teamwork and have strong interpersonal skills.
- You love the excitement of a bustling, vibrant atmosphere while making people smile.
- You pride yourself on your ability to multitask, as well as having a strong attention to detail.
3. Sales & Marketing
At the heart of any of our roles in Sales and Marketing lies the opportunity to be at the forefront of business development and growth.
If you’re a fan of strategizing and coming up with innovative ideas to show off resorts’ offerings or planning show-stopping events, then look no further than what’s in store for you here.
You’re a great fit for these roles if:
- You’ve got some top-notch communication skills and you’re great at conveying ideas persuasively.
- You know a thing or two about the importance of networking and forming long-lasting partnerships.
- The idea of targets and KPIs motivates you.
- You enjoy coming up with new ways to promote services, create campaigns, and keep guests coming back for more.
- You’ve got a keen eye for data and analytics.
4. Corporate & Call Center
Most people don’t think of traditional corporate careers when they picture the hospitality industry, but we’ve truly got something for everyone at Westgate Resorts.
In these structured environments, you’ll have an abundance of career opportunities and job stability. You’ll get to work closely with other departments to ensure smooth operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
You’re a great fit for these roles if:
- You’ve got a passion for customer service and solving problems, even if it isn’t always face-to-face.
- You excel at conveying information clearly and empathetically.
- You’re a quick thinker who can handle guest queries or challenges as they arise in a friendly and warm manner.
- You consider yourself to be tech-savvy.
- You’re a master of organization and are on the lookout for long-term career development.
FAQs
Is Hospitality A Good Career Choice?
Well, of course, it’s a yes from us! Hospitality roles (especially those at Westgate) offer rewarding career paths.
From diverse opportunities for growth and development across various departments to allowing individuals to cultivate a wide range of valuable skills, hospitality jobs can provide you with a solid career path full of learning and upskilling.
Don’t forget about the chance to interact with people across the globe in these roles too!
Which Jobs Fall Under Hospitality?
Where do we even start? Well, we’ve listed a few departments in this article already: Food and Beverage, Resorts Operations, Sales and Marketing, and Corporate roles.
At Westgate, we offer a variety of other departments each with their own unique roles. Some of the roles we offer are:
Front Desk Roles
- Front Desk Agent
- Front Desk Supervisor
- Front Office Assistant Director
Security Roles
- Security Officer
- Field Training Officer
- Event Security Officer
Spa Jobs
- Massage Therapist
Find Your True Calling With Hospitality Jobs at Westgate Resorts
No matter where your strengths and passions lie, we’d be excited to welcome you on board here at Westgate Resorts!
We are committed to creating a work environment that fosters growth and success, so why not take a moment to browse our job openings and discover just how you can become a part of our dynamic team?
You can also check out our blog to gain more insight into the hospitality industry!
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