Hospitality & Tourism
Serving Up Skills for the Future
If your child loves helping others, exploring new places, or dreams of working in the travel or food service industries, the Hospitality & Tourism field is a great fit. They can develop valuable skills in areas like hotel management, event planning, or restaurant and food service management—many of which don’t require a college degree. It’s a perfect way for them to turn their passion for making people feel welcome into a rewarding career!
Which pathways are offered?
Restaurants & Food/Beverage Services—In this pathway, your child will learn what it takes to create a great dining experience in restaurants and food service settings. They’ll build skills in customer service, teamwork, and day-to-day operations.
Travel & Tourism—If your child is excited by the idea of planning adventures and sharing new places with others, this pathway can help them turn that passion into a career. They’ll explore roles like travel agent, tour guide, and event planner.
What types of jobs can my student learn about and prepare for?¹
Career opportunities in this field include:
- Food and beverage manager
- Kitchen manager
- Catering manager
- Dining room supervisor
- Baker
- Caterer
- Cook
- Pastry chef
- Tour guide
- Tour operator
- Tour and travel coordinator
- Travel agent
- Tour and ticket reservationist
¹Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.
What could my student’s future look like in this career field?²
²Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.
Which industry-recognized, in-demand certifications and exams can my student prepare for?
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification