Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 3 is the most recognised.

Typical pay: £30,000 to £60,000Level 3 most recognisedOpen entry

Pay range: National Careers Service.

Your route in

You can start without qualifications - direct entry/volunteering; a qualification improves your chances

1

Starting from scratch

Entry-level courses that feed this route.

2

Qualifications employers recognise (Level 3)

Any of these strengthens your application.

3

Where this can take you

Your career prospects will depend on the size of the business, your experience and whether you are willing to relocate. In larger hotel chains, you could move into regional management or specialise in areas like corporate finance or training. You may also have the chance to work overseas with an international hotel group.

Courses for this career

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