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What is Hospitality?

It’s HUGE and impossible to say in just a few words. 

“Hospitality” is a feeling.  “Hospitality” is an action.  “Hospitality” is an industry. 

A job in hospitality gives you personal enrichment and a path to success.

There are so many different sectors within the hospitality industry.
Pick one that you think is fun and apply for a job today!
The Adventure Begins
Whether it’s for ONE YEAR or for FOREVER, hospitality has a place for everyone.
Our industry is known for giving a lot of people their first jobs.  But did you know that you can also make a great career in it? There’s lot of success stories about people going from dishwasher to owner.

​Whether you’re a teenager looking for your first job, someone retired looking to have fun, a 9-5 career person that’s looking for some extra cash or someone looking for a career—there’s a place for you in hospitality.
It’s never boring!
Are you someone that hates feeling like you’re stuck on repeat? The hospitality industry gives you a fresh and different day EVERY day.
Who doesn’t love food?
A job in hospitality means engaging all of your senses.  If you’re a foodie at heart, think of how fun it would be to feed your passion.
Let your creativity flow!
Whether with food, drinks, guest experiences, marketing or ways to improve revenue – the hospitality industry offers an open palette for exploring new ways to do things differently. This is a place where you can make a difference.
It’s fun and you get to make people happy
“Work” and “fun” are two words that can go together. Yes, this industry has its share of demanding customers. But it’s a fast-paced, dynamic industry that allows you to meet new people every day.
You can go anywhere in the world
Did you know that there are 12,796 eating and drinking locations in Wisconsin alone that provide over 284,600 jobs?

And 12.5 million positions throughout the USA.

​Not to mention your option to go anywhere in the world. It’s predicted that by 2029 there will be more than 420 million jobs in the hospitality industry. Maybe somewhere exotic like Bora Bora is calling your name! Hospitality can take you anywhere.
Flexible job that’s not your typical 9-5
Are you a night owl? Or maybe an early bird? Do you really hate routine and having to be on the same schedule day after day? The hospitality industry offers flexible schedules.
You can fast track your career
The hospitality industry rewards employees that work hard and have a great attitude. On the job skill development, customer service and strong work ethic drive your success in this industry. Get your foot in the door and discover what’s right for you.
One industry gives you so many different paths forward
The hospitality industry is a MAMMOTH industry.

From the more familiar starting positions of server, hostess, dishwasher and delivery driver.

To the more advanced like executive chef, mixologist and marketing director.

​To the more unusual like forager, molecular gastronomist and coconut safety engineer (the last one is clearly not a Wisco thing).

Choose Hospitality.
​Whatever your job goal—you’re guaranteed to find it in our industry.

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Want a Job in Hospitality Now?

Think about a place that seems like a great business that you would want to work at and just give them a call! 
They’ll appreciate your interest.
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      • RestaurantOwner
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      • Workers Compensation
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      • Entertainment
      • Music Licensing
      • Other Products & Services
    • Restaurants
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      • Supplier's Directory
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      • Laws & Regulations
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    • For Diners >
      • Dining Guide
      • Gift Certificates
    • Solutions on Staffing
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      • Humans of Hospitality - Share Your Story
    • Industry Insights >
      • The Pulse
    • Tax Credits
    • News & Alerts
  • Advocacy
  • Events & Training
    • Calendar
    • Events >
      • Live Workshop Presented by Google: Optimizing Your Google Business Profile!
      • Restaurant Resource & Products Roadshow
      • Top 20 Women to Watch
      • Women in Hospitality Conference
      • Cheers to Hospitality
      • WRA Northern Shootout
      • Wisconsin Food & Hospitality Expo
      • Dine for ProStart
    • Food Protection Manager Certification
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