Introduction
The hospitality industry, as part of the service sector, comprises all the businesses that provide accommodation services, beverages, and food. Such businesses include hotels, restaurants, contract catering, and clubs. Essentially, the hospitality industry is a broad sector that exists in almost any other industry. In tourism, the tourists must have proper meals, entertainment, and place to sleep or rest. Likewise, in the events industry, food is part of the entertainment, and the participants will seek accommodation after the events. Due to its necessity, the industry is growing rapidly all over the world creating more jobs, and the players are raking in massive profits according to Rushmore (2015). Thus, this discussion seeks to provide the critical tidbits on the hospitality industry by deconstructing it to the bare aspects. Precisely, I will analyze the subsectors, growth, and career opportunities in the industry. Finally, I will discuss my career path position with respect to the industry trends.
Size and Sectors in the Hospitality Industry