HCareers recently surveyed their audience about their thoughts about the recovery of the hospitality industry in 2021 and what they would like to see from employers moving forward.
Below is a summary of the responses.
The most recent unemployment report showed that we are still in an uncertain time for hospitality unemployment, unfortunately, the unemployment rate has increased by 1.3% in December after months of consistent decrease.
Over 61% of our respondents answered that they expect an employment status change in 2021, with 23% saying that they were unsure and only 15% saying they were not expecting any changes. Granted, the changes could be a new opportunity or being let go or furloughed from their current job.
56% of the respondents identified as being in a hotel management position, 18% corporate office positions, 13% said back of the house and 12% said front of the house positions.