Each career pathway includes a variety of
occupations grouped within similar areas of
knowledge and skills. The occupations in each
pathway range from entry-level positions to
advanced positions, 23-3. This means that you
can prepare for multiple career options in simi-
lar areas of study. If you are prepared for more
than one career, you will expand your options
when you begin looking for a job.
The career clusters model was developed by
educators, employers, and professional groups
who carefully examined what you would need
to know in order to prepare for a good job. The
career clusters connect your school preparation
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23-3 The hospitality industry is one of the country’s largest employers.
Hospitality and Tourism Careers Within the Career Pathways
Restaurants and Recreation
Food and Travel and Amusements,
Beverage Services Lodging Tourism and Attractions
Counter Server
Kitchen Steward
Room Service
Attendant
Host
Cook
Caterer
Executive Chef
Pastry & Specialty
Chef
Service Manager
Restaurant Owner
General Manager
Food & Beverage
Manager
Concierge
Front Desk
Employee
Shift Supervisor
Laundry Attendant
Reservations
Supervisor
Owner and
Franchisee
General Manager
Director of Human
Resources
Housekeeper
Executive
Housekeeper
Quality Assurance
Manager
Valet
Executive Director
Director of Tourism
Development
Director of Visitor
Services
Events Manager
Travel Agent
Event Planner
Special Events
Producer
Tour and Travel
Coordinator
Tour Guide
Transportation
Specialist
Motor Coach
Operator
Interpreter
Club Membership
Developer
Parks and Gardens
Safety and Security
Parks and Garden
Ranger
Gaming and
Casino Dealer
Gaming and Casino
Security and
Safety
Fairs and Festival
Promotional
Developer
Theme Parks and
Amusement
Parks Group
Events Manager