Facts and Figures

The industry employs over 2.5 million people throughout the UK. There are also opportunities to work overseas. Employers include:

• hotels and guest houses offering accommodation from budget to luxury
• restaurants, including themed restaurants, pub restaurants and fast food outlets
• pubs, clubs and bars, including bar facilities in hotels and restaurants
• theme parks, cinemas, museums, art galleries and leisure resorts
• schools, colleges, hospitals, nursing homes, railways, airports and cruise ships.