{"id":45217,"date":"2024-02-15T11:49:32","date_gmt":"2024-02-15T10:49:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bolsadeempregabilidade.pt\/?p=45217"},"modified":"2024-05-22T14:02:41","modified_gmt":"2024-05-22T13:02:41","slug":"work-in-hospitality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bolsadeempregabilidade.pt\/en\/trabalhar-em-hotelaria\/","title":{"rendered":"Working in hospitality: learn about the sectors and professions"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The hospitality sector offers more and more career opportunities and unfilled vacancies. Furthermore, working in hotels is no longer just a seasonal option.<\/span><\/p>

There are more businesses and establishments looking for professionals throughout the year. The reason is due to the lack of workers in the sector, combined with the growth in the number of tourists in the country.<\/span><\/p>

There is a shortage of around 15 thousand hotel workers<\/a><\/span><\/strong>,<\/span><\/strong> according to the Portuguese Hotel Association. On the other hand, <\/span>Portugal registered 27.7 million guests and 76 million overnight stays<\/a><\/span><\/strong> in the first 10 months of 2023 \u2013 a growth observed through INE data.<\/span><\/p>

Working in hotels has become an advantage for those looking for guaranteed employment, growth prospects and a challenging experience.<\/b><\/p>

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Why work in hospitality?<\/strong><\/h4>


In addition to high employability, working in hotels guarantees a <\/span>gateway for professionals without training or experience<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Although there are roles that require specific qualifications, many jobs in the field accept candidates without technical experience and <\/span>offer initial training<\/b>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Another advantage of working in hospitality is the possibility of <\/span>combine with another activity<\/b>. Whether it's to finish your studies, earn extra income or take a break in search of new opportunities.<\/span><\/p>

Furthermore, the continuous expansion of the sector brings <\/span>more career opportunities<\/b>, greater variety of professions and growth prospects to retain professionals.<\/span><\/p>

As a result, many companies are betting on <\/span>improve working conditions<\/b>. Some strategies include increasing salaries, offering accommodation to employees, ensuring training and investing in a good work environment.<\/span><\/p>

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What are the main requirements for working in hotels?<\/strong><\/h4>


The focus of the hotel industry \u2013 be it an inn, resort or country house \u2013 is to provide a unique and pleasant experience for its guests.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Therefore, this career encompasses a wide range of skills, qualifications and experiences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Culinary professionals, welcoming hosts, engineering experts, animation artists \u2013 they are all important in elevating the quality of service.<\/span><\/p>

Some requirements and characteristics needed to work in hospitality include:<\/span><\/p>