Careers in Hospitality, Food & Personal Service
One hundred and twenty-one careers across hotels, restaurants, culinary roles, personal-care services, tourism, events, and the hands-on customer-facing work that makes service industries run. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day.
121 careers in Hospitality, Food & Personal Service
Amusement and Recreation Attendants
Less than High School · $30,490
Perform a variety of attending duties at amusement or recreation facility. May schedule use of recreation facilities,…
Animal Caretakers
High School Diploma · $33,470
Feed, water, groom, bathe, exercise, or otherwise provide care to promote and maintain the well-being of pets and other…
Animal Trainers
High School Diploma · $38,750
Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or for assisting persons with disabilities.…
Apprentice Barber
High School Diploma or Equivalent; Vocational Training · $35,000
Learn the art and science of cutting, styling, and grooming hair, as well as shaving beards, under the supervision of a…
Aquatics Director / Head Lifeguard
Bachelor's degree preferred (Recreation Management/Sports Science) · $48,000
Manages aquatic facilities including pools, waterparks, and beaches, overseeing lifeguard teams, swim programs, water…
Baggage Porters and Bellhops
Less than High School · $36,020
Handle baggage for travelers at transportation terminals or for guests at hotels or similar establishments.
Barback
No formal educational credential · $35,000
Assists bartenders by stocking supplies, preparing garnishes, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring smooth bar…
Barbers
Post-Secondary Certificate · $38,960
Provide barbering services, such as cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair; trimming beards; or giving shaves.
Barista
No formal education required; on-the-job training · $30,000
Prepares and serves specialty coffee beverages, maintains equipment, provides customer service, and contributes to the…
Baristas
Less than High School · $33,530
Prepare or serve specialty coffee or other beverages. Serve food such as baked goods or sandwiches to patrons.
Bartenders
High School Diploma · $33,530
Mix and serve drinks to patrons, directly or through waitstaff.
Busser
High School Diploma · $32,000
Supports restaurant staff by clearing and setting tables, refilling water glasses, and assisting with general dining…
Cafe Manager
High School Diploma · $69,390
Oversee daily operations of a cafe, including staff management, customer service, inventory control, and financial…
Car Wash Attendant
No formal educational credential · $29,000
Operates car washing equipment, cleans vehicle exteriors and interiors, and provides customer service at a car wash…
Caterer
High School Diploma · $55,000
A caterer plans, prepares, and serves food and beverages for events, ensuring high-quality culinary experiences and…
Catering Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $68,000
Oversees all aspects of catering operations, including planning, coordinating, and executing events, managing staff,…
Cemetery Worker
High School Diploma or GED · $35,000
Performs a variety of tasks related to the maintenance and operation of cemeteries, including digging and closing…
Chef and Head Cook
Associate's Degree · $62,470
Directs and participates in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of diverse foods including salads, soups, meats,…
Chefs and Head Cooks
Associate's Degree · $60,990
Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables,…
Childcare Workers
High School Diploma · $32,050
Attend to children at schools, businesses, private households, and childcare institutions. Perform a variety of tasks,…
Coffee Roaster
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $45,000
Operates coffee roasting equipment to transform green coffee beans into roasted coffee, developing specific flavor…
Combat Sports Trainer / Boxing Coach
No formal degree required (competitive experience + coaching certifications) · $48,000
Trains fighters in boxing, MMA, kickboxing, or other combat sports, developing technique, conditioning, fight strategy,…
Concierge Assistant
High School Diploma · $40,000
Assists guests and clients by providing information, making reservations, arranging services, and handling various…
Concierges
High School Diploma · $37,320
Assist patrons at hotel, apartment, or office building with personal services. May take messages; arrange or give…
Cooks, Fast Food
High School Diploma · $30,160
Prepare and cook food in a fast food restaurant with a limited menu. Duties of these cooks are limited to preparation…
Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
High School Diploma · $36,450
Prepare and cook large quantities of food for institutions, such as schools, hospitals, or cafeterias.
Cooks, Private Household
Post-Secondary Certificate · $44,530
Prepare meals in private homes. Includes personal chefs.
Cooks, Restaurant
High School Diploma · $36,830
Prepare, season, and cook dishes such as soups, meats, vegetables, or desserts in restaurants. May order supplies, keep…
Cooks, Short Order
High School Diploma · $35,620
Prepare and cook to order a variety of foods that require only a short preparation time. May take orders from customers…
Costume Attendants
High School Diploma · $54,810
Select, fit, and take care of costumes for cast members, and aid entertainers. May assist with multiple costume changes…
Crematory Operators
Bachelor's Degree · $42,880
Operate crematory equipment to reduce human or animal remains to bone fragments in accordance with state and local…
Culinary Instructor
Associate's Degree · $65,000
Instructs and guides aspiring culinary professionals in various cooking techniques, kitchen management, and food…
Customer Service Representative (Casino)
High School Diploma or equivalent · $35,000
Assists casino patrons with inquiries, resolves complaints, and provides information about casino services, promotions,…
Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers
High School Diploma · $32,670
Facilitate food service. Clean tables; remove dirty dishes; replace soiled table linens; set tables; replenish supply…
Dishwashers
High School Diploma · $33,670
Clean dishes, kitchen, food preparation equipment, or utensils.
Embalmers
Associate's Degree · $56,280
Prepare bodies for interment in conformity with legal requirements.
Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling
Bachelor's Degree · $77,180
Plan, direct, or coordinate entertainment and recreational activities and operations of a recreational facility,…
Event Coordinator Assistant
Associate's Degree · $45,000
Assists event coordinators in planning, organizing, and executing various events, ensuring smooth operations and guest…
Event Manager / Event Planner
Bachelor's in Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, or related field · $58,000
Plans, organizes, and executes corporate events, conferences, weddings, and social gatherings, managing budgets,…
Executive Chef
Associate's Degree · $75,000
Oversees all kitchen operations, including menu development, staff management, and food preparation, ensuring high…
Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors
Post-Secondary Certificate · $46,180
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in exercise activities for the primary purpose of personal fitness. Demonstrate…
Family Assistant
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $50,000
Provides comprehensive support to a family, managing household operations, schedules, personal errands, and…
Fast Food and Counter Workers
Less than High School · $30,480
Perform duties such as taking orders and serving food and beverages. Serve customers at counter or from a steam table.…
First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services
Bachelor's Degree · $46,900
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of entertainment and recreation related workers.
First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
High School Diploma · $42,010
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in preparing and serving food.
First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers
High School Diploma · $61,590
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers in assigned gambling areas. May circulate among tables, observe…
First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers
High School Diploma · $47,520
Directly supervise and coordinate work activities of cleaning personnel in hotels, hospitals, offices, and other…
First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers
Bachelor's Degree · $56,170
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of workers engaged in landscaping or groundskeeping activities. Work may…
First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers
Associate's Degree · $47,080
Supervise and coordinate activities of personal service workers.
Fitness and Wellness Coordinators
Master's Degree · $86,130
Manage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health…