Accommodation
Concierge
Concierges serve the needs of guests in hotels, resorts and other accommodation facilities. They provide information and special services to enhance guests’ visits. The position is varied: from booking exclusive theatre tickets, to giving directions to a local festival or even recommending a doctor.
Chief Concierge
A chief concierge supervises both guest services attendants and concierges. A concierge serves the needs of guests in hotels, resorts and other accommodation facilities by providing information and special services to enhance guests’ visits. The position is varied: a concierge may be asked to book exclusive theatre tickets, give directions to a local festival or… Continue reading Chief Concierge
President & CEO
A President and/or Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has the ultimate responsibility for management of a business, and may report to a board of directors, to an owner, or even be the owner. A President and/or CEO may work in any one of the five sectors of tourism and establishes and directs the organization towards a… Continue reading President & CEO
Second Cook
The second cook is tasked with preparing all menu items to standard as laid out by the Chef in an efficient, cost effective and timely manner.
Reservations Sales Agent
Reservations Sales Agents are front line professionals who facilitate the promotion, sales and booking of a company’s products and services. They are employed by travel agencies, tour and transportation companies, hotel chains and vehicle rental agencies.
Campground Operator
Campground Operators manage all aspects of private or public campgrounds in a safe and professional manner. The duties of a Campground Operator are diverse, requiring both people and mechanical skills. Much of the work is outdoors and the seasonal nature of most campgrounds generally allows for different opportunities during the off season. Some operators take… Continue reading Campground Operator
Bartender
Bartenders are beverage service attendants who mix and pour alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for guests in bars, lounges, nightclubs, restaurants, on cruise ships and at events. Depending on the establishment in which they work, bartenders may serve the drinks they make, or they may give them to a food and beverage server, who serves them to the… Continue reading Bartender
Sales Manager
Sales Managers (also called Sales Representatives) are responsible for selling products and/or services as identified in the sales and marketing plan of an organization. Sales Managers are self-motivated, able to set and achieve goals and use time and efforts effectively and efficiently. They have selling skills and strong product/service knowledge, and are able to adapt what they… Continue reading Sales Manager
Bed & Breakfast Owner
Photo Credit: Tourism Victoria An owner/operator of a bed and breakfast, country inn, vacation farm or similar small accommodation business plans, directs and manages all the daily and long-term operations. This position offers the opportunity to work flexible hours and meet new people. Business tasks can often be combined with household tasks (e.g. breakfast for… Continue reading Bed & Breakfast Owner
Social Media Manager
This role manages the social media marketing and online content for the business as it relates to the execution of the Marketing and/or Communications Plan. Typically reporting to a senior marketing or communications person, this role generates creative content while connecting with external customers to build and maintain relationships and brand awareness and reputation of… Continue reading Social Media Manager