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Every week we comb through the news to find employment trends affecting the hospitality\u00a0<\/span>industry<\/span>\u00a0so you don\u2019t have to. This week\u2019s topic:\u00a0<\/span>do you need a degree to work in hospitality <\/span>management\u00a0<\/span>positions? <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As more people become vaccinated and get comfortable\u00a0<\/span>returning to public spaces, restaurants and hotels are kicking hiring efforts<\/a> into high gear to account for the increase in business.\u00a0<\/span>Manage<\/span>r<\/span>s\u00a0<\/span>in particular are<\/span>\u00a0in demand<\/span>, making it a great landscape for candidates interested in leadership positions.\u00a0<\/span>But as a manager, what kind of experience or background do you need to be successful?\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you need a degree to work in hospitality management?<\/strong><\/h5>\n

When talking about what type of background hospitality\u00a0<\/span>leaders <\/span>need to have, we often hear\u00a0<\/span>candidates ask if they need a degree to work\u00a0<\/span>in hospitality management positions. <\/span>D<\/span>egrees like Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts\u00a0<\/span>can certainly\u00a0<\/span>give\u00a0<\/span>candidates the upper hand in some\u00a0<\/span>instances, and<\/span>\u00a0will provide\u00a0<\/span>you with\u00a0<\/span>great information<\/span>\u00a0and skills<\/span>\u00a0that can be used on the job; but for many hospitality\u00a0<\/span>venues<\/span>, these degrees aren\u2019t a requirement.\u00a0<\/span>That said,\u00a0<\/span>it<\/span>\u2019s\u00a0<\/span>never\u00a0<\/span>a disadvantage to have additional training or knowledge in the\u00a0<\/span>field\u00a0<\/span>you want<\/span>\u00a0to have a career in<\/span>.<\/span> But don\u2019t let a lack of a degree to work in hospitality management or formal education prevent you from reaching your career goals. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Because a degree isn\u2019t necessary to work in a management position, hiring managers will be looking for\u00a0<\/span>a few key elements when interviewing management candidates<\/span>, which may include:\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The right combination of hard and soft skills<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n

Hard and soft skills are a common topic in hiring discussions, but as a reminder,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u201c<\/span>h<\/span>ard skills are related to specific technical knowledge and training while soft skills are personality traits such as leadership, communication or time management<\/span>\u201d (via Indeed).\u00a0<\/span>Hard and soft skills are equally as important as the other. In lieu of a degree,<\/span>\u00a0having appropriate experience will be necessary so you can have a good understanding of the industry and how it works.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For prospective employers, striking the right balance between your technical expertise and valuable personality traits will be why they choose you over the competition.\u00a0<\/span>When and how to display these skills are important. Use your resume as a hard skills showcase, and the interview portion to let your soft skills shine.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Relevant certifications<\/span><\/b>\u00a0or courses<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n

Most, if not all hospitality professionals are required\u00a0<\/span>at one point to get industry-related certification<\/span>s<\/span>\u00a0such as the\u00a0<\/span>ServSafe<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>Food Handlers certifi<\/span>cate\u00a0<\/span>or<\/span>\u00a0an<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>alcohol\u00a0<\/span>serving\u00a0<\/span>certificat<\/span>e<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>These short online courses show your colleagues that you understand various aspects of the industry, like handling alcohol or maintainin<\/span>g a safe environment to store food. If you\u2019re interested in any type of job in the hospitality industry, we suggest getting certified before the hiring process \u2013 this will show\u00a0<\/span>employers that you\u2019re knowledgeable and committed to the job.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How you fit in with the team<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n

As a prospective manager, how you fit in with the current team is\u00a0<\/span>an indicator\u00a0<\/span>of\u00a0<\/span>whether\u00a0<\/span>you<\/span>\u2019ll be<\/span>\u00a0success<\/span>ful or not<\/span>. You may be someone with the perfect experience<\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>ideal soft skills,\u00a0<\/span>but if you don\u2019t vibe well with the culture, you\u2019re probably not the right fit for the job.\u00a0<\/span>Because\u00a0<\/span>restaurants and hotels famously have high turnover, hiring managers will want candidates who they believe are in it\u00a0<\/span>for<\/span>\u00a0the long run \u2013\u00a0<\/span>which is why\u00a0<\/span>fitting in with the team is crucial.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

From the above, we can understand that while employers won\u2019t be looking for\u00a0<\/span>people<\/span> to have a degree to work in hospitality management<\/span>, they\u2019ll be specific in what they need from <\/span>a\u00a0<\/span>candidate\u00a0<\/span>to ensure they\u00a0<\/span>hire the right person. By displaying your hard and soft skills, receiving relevant certifications, and finding an environment\u00a0<\/span>where you<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>fit in, you\u2019ll find a hospitality management position that fulfills your goals.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

***<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a restaurant manager job, contact LGC. Our executive recruiters can connect you with great opportunities in the foodservice and hospitality industries.\u00a0<\/span><\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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