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Hospitality & Tourism
listed below are 25 careers you might consider in the Hospitality & Tourism cluster. These are not all the career options in the cluster—they are just a sampling showing the variety of occupations available to you at different education levels.
Turn to the “online Info” on the inside back cover to research all career options in the cluster of your choice and decide on the ones that best fit your talents and ambitions. Here’s an explanation of the kind of information presented in each column.
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SoC: stands for standard GRoWtH: This is the oPENINGS: This is the projected WAGES: This is the amount
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occupational code, which projected annual growth number of job openings for the career the average person in the
organizations like the u.s. in Texas for the career in Texas each year. even though a career earns in Texas per
department of labor use to between 2002 and 2012. career may be fast growing, there year. naturally, entry-level
categorize career information. fast-growing occupations may not be a lot of positions available. wages are lower than the
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sometimes you can find data on may offer greater career careers with more openings will give average, and those for workers
a career faster by searching for opportunities for young an entry-level worker a better chance with years of experience are
its soc. adults. of getting a job and greater job security. generally higher.
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SoC occupation Growth openings Wages Education Education Levels Job Description
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13-1121 Meeting and Convention Planner 21.6% 110 $39,182 bachelor’s degree coordinate activities of staff and convention personnel to make arrangements for group meetings and conventions.
39-9032 recreation Worker 23.9% 675 $19,636 bachelor’s degree
conduct recreation activities with groups in public, private, or volunteer agencies or recreation facilities. organize and promote activities, such as arts and crafts,
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sports, games, music, dramatics, social recreation, camping, and hobbies, taking into account the needs and interests of individual members.
11-9081 Lodging Manager 5.1% 125 $37,309 work experience in a related occupation plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations.

11-9051 Food Service Manager 19.9% 1,125 $44,557 work experience in a related occupation plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.
39-1021 First-Line Supervisor of Personal Service Workers 18.3% 570 $27,980 work experience in a related occupation supervise and coordinate activities of personal service workers, such as flight attendants, hairdressers, or caddies.
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35-1011 Chef and head Cook 21.8% 340 $33,722 work experience in a related occupation
direct the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. may plan and price menu items, order supplies,
and keep records and accounts. may participate in cooking.
35-1012 First-Line Supervisor of Food Prep and Serving Workers 25.9% 2,880 $24,210 work experience in a related occupation supervise workers engaged in preparing and serving food.
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37-1011 First-Line Supervisor of housekeeping and Janitorial Workers 17.9% 635 $26,423 work experience in a related occupation supervise work activities of cleaning personnel in hotels, hospitals, offices, and other establishments.
27-2023 Umpire, referee, and Other Sports Official 33.3% 15 $31,779 long-term on-the-job training officiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations.
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27-2021 Athlete and Sports Competitor 23.1% 25 $57,583 long-term on-the-job training compete in athletic events.
27-2022 Coach and Scout 24.1% 305 $34,084 long-term on-the-job training
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports. demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. may evaluate athletes’ strengths and
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weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes’ technique to prepare them for competition. some may be required to hold teaching degrees.
35-2014 restaurant Cook 28.9% 3,335 $17,272 long-term on-the-job training
prepare, season, and cook soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other food in restaurants. may order supplies, keep records and accounts, price items on menu,
or plan menu.
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39-6021 Tour Guide 21.7% 55 $18,534 moderate-term on-the-job training escort individuals or groups on sightseeing tours or through places of interest, such as industrial establishments, public buildings, and art galleries.
43-4051 Customer Service representative 23.4% 6,320 $26,328 moderate-term on-the-job training Interact with customers to provide information in response to inquiries about products and services and to handle and resolve complaints.
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39-6012 Concierge 7. 7% 20 $23,243 moderate-term on-the-job training
assist patrons at hotel, apartment, or office building with personal services. may take messages; arrange or give advice on transportation, business services, or
entertainment; or monitor guest requests for housekeeping and maintenance.
35-2012 Cook, institution and Cafeteria 8.4% 1,265 $17,298 moderate-term on-the-job training prepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools or hospitals.
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43-4181 reservation & Transportation Ticket Agent & Travel Clerk 13.3% 860 $31,647 short-term on-the-job training make and confirm reservations and sell tickets to passengers and for large hotel or motel chains.
35-9031 host/hostess, restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop 30.9% 1,185 $14,508 short-term on-the-job training welcome patrons, seat them at tables or in lounge, and help ensure quality of facilities and service.
43-4081 hotel, Motel, and resort Desk Clerk 21.8% 875 $16,282 short-term on-the-job training
accommodate hotel, motel, and resort patrons by registering and assigning rooms to guests, issuing room keys, transmitting and receiving messages, keeping
records of occupied rooms and guests’ accounts, making and confirming reservations, and presenting statements to and collecting payments from departing guests.
39-3091 Amusement and recreation Attendant 26.7% 800 $15,281 short-term on-the-job training
perform variety of attending duties at amusement or recreation facility. may schedule use of recreation facilities, maintain equipment and provide equipment to
participants in sporting events or recreational pursuits, or operate amusement concessions and rides.
Source:
Texas Workforce
Commission (TWC)
35-3031 Waiter/Waitress 30.2% 12,185 $14,994 short-term on-the-job training Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishment.
note: This chart is a sampling
of careers in the cluster,
39-6011 Baggage Porter and Bellhop 10.6% 90 $17,856 short-term on-the-job training Handle baggage for travelers at transportation terminals or for guests at hotels or similar establishments.
not recommendations from
Twc or any other agency
or organization. always do
35-3041 Food Server, Non-restaurant 14.3% 750 $13,798 short-term on-the-job training serve food to patrons outside of a restaurant environment, such as in hotels, hospital rooms, or cars.
thorough research and consult
with your parents/guardians
before making a career choice.
35-2021 Food Preparation Worker 30.2% 3,555 $15,808 short-term on-the-job training perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods and shellfish, slicing meat, and brewing coffee or tea.
35-2015 Cook, Short Order 17.2% 745 $16,796 short-term on-the-job training prepare and cook to order a variety of foods that require only a short preparation time. may take orders from customers and serve patrons at counters or tables.
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