Leisure & Hospitality
Career options in hotels, restaurants, travel and events where customer service is central. We cover business startup advice alongside employment opportunities in hospitality sectors.
A Career in Catering
Catering jobs range from kitchen assistant to chef roles, with opportunities to train and progress while working in the food industry.
A Career in Fitness
More people want to get fit but don't have time, so fitness jobs like personal training are growing and many can be trained for in your spare time.
Becoming an Event Organiser
Event organisers handle everything from budgets and venues to catering and day-of coordination, and you don't need formal qualifications to start.
How to Become a Hotel Hairdresser
Get hired as a hotel hairdresser by building salon experience, networking with hotel contacts, and deciding whether to work employed or self-employed.
How to Become a Wedding Planner
Start a wedding planning career by building event experience, developing key skills like attention to detail, and networking in the industry.
How to Become an Air Hostess
Get the real picture of cabin crew work, from salary and training requirements to what the job actually involves day-to-day.
Running a Bed and Breakfast or Hotel
Running a B&B or hotel means long hours of cleaning, cooking and laundry, so you need to be physically fit and prepared for work during weekends and holidays.
Starting Up a Coffee Shop, Restaurant or Bar
Learn what you need to know before opening a coffee shop, restaurant or bar, from finances to regulations and essential skills.
Working in Travel
The travel industry offers real job opportunities beyond flight attendants, including roles for people with different skills and interests.
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