Careers

Careers in hospitality

Thanks to a booming economy and a sizeable population with disposable income, the hospitality sector has witnessed tremendous growth in the recent years. Today this sector offers excellent job opportunities for those having the right personality and aptitude.

Getting started

Students who have successfully completed their class 12 in science, commerce or arts are eligible to do a course in hospitality. However, most schools require students to perform well at the entrance exam. There is an all-India entrance exam. Some private institutions conduct their own entrance exams. Entrance exam for centralized institutions are generally held in April. The all-India entrance exam tests a student’s proficiency in subjects such as English, general knowledge, reasoning and logical deduction, numerical ability and scientific aptitude. Private institutes that conduct separate examinations have their own set of subjects and grading criteria to select the students they take in.

Career options

The hospitality sector offers a wide array of career options. You can find jobs in hotels, restaurants, resorts, spas, ships, airlines, clubs and any other place where people go to enjoy and relax.

Personality traits

You need to be a people’s person and strive to make the customer feel at ease. You must have a pleasing personality and good communication skills. One has to remember that the hospitality industry is all about handling people. It is about pampering people and making them feel at home. Qualifications only add operational value and make you familiar with the process.

Remuneration

The salaries offered depends upon the individual’s personality and the institute from which they complete their education. The bigger the organization, the fatter the pay check. Generally fresh graduates are hired as management trainees with an average salary of Rs 7,500 to Rs 12,000 per month. As they gain experience, salaries can go up to Rs 50,000 per month.