National Hotel Employee Day
On September 1st, we celebrate National Hotel Employee Day and recognize over 2 million workers who work in the industry..
#hotelemployeeday
Hotel employees play a key role in several of Americans' most significant life events around the country. Hotel employees are the backbone of any hotel stay, whether they're assisting with family reunions, planning for wedding receptions, or assisting guests with vacation planning. In addition,, they keep tourists safe, give back to their families, and are instrumental in the success of our country's nearly $2 trillion tourism industry.
The hotel industry is a burgeoning, innovative, and dynamic industry. The success of any hotel depends on the hardworking employees who work the hotel on a daily basis. Every employee, including those who work behind the scenes, plays a vital role in everyday operations.
Hotel employee facts
- In America, there are nearly two million hotel employees
- More than 200 career paths are open to employees in the hotel industry
- More than half of hotel general managers got their start in an entry level role
- Within 9-12 months of being hired, entry-level hotel employees receive a raise on average
- About 80% of entry-level hotel employees are eligible for a promotion within less than a year of being hired
Hotel Operations
Hotel employees typically work in one or two of nine key areas, with each employee's day-to-day operation providing the best experience possible
- Lobby and guest services are available in Lobby and guest services
- Food and beverage
- Recreation and activities: Recreation and events
- Rooms
- Security
- Engineering and maintenance are both engineering and maintenance. Maintenance is also included
- Sales and marketing
- Accounting
- Human Resources
Book It Many different types of hotels and a variety of aspects to consider before booking a stay, including location, amenities, as well as research and recommendations. There are several different brands of hotels and a variety of factors to consider before booking a stay. Technology has changed the way guests book their hotel rooms. Today, hotel reservations account for 15% of all U.S. ecommerce, with 500 online bookings happening every minute... Here are a few common questions that travelers use when booking hotels online.
- First and foremost before you book. Checking the URL address will help verify the hotel's booking page. It's vital to know that you are giving your personal details to the correct hotel. Although the hotel name may be part of the URL, double check the website address to ensure it is not a third-party provider using a hotel's identity without authorization
- Take advantage of rewards programs that are not available. At your preferred hotels, sign up for loyalty programs. Loyalty services are free and offer a variety of benefits. Remember to always book directly with the hotel to ensure you're getting your points
- Ask the right questions. Check the following links before giving your credit card information.
- What is the cancellation/trip cancellation policy?
- Is it a safe payment portal? Not http://, but not http://, The URL should have a small lock and launch with https://, not http://
- Is the website connected with the hotel in any way?
- Book directly with the hotel or a reputable travel agent. This helps you get what you want and need from your reservation and saves you money while still providing the best value
SHOW EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION SHOW EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION.
- In person, thank a hotel employee
- Leave a positive feedback about your hotel stay online..
- Create a bucket list of must-stay hotels and explore those destinations
- If you want to post photos of your hotel stay on social media, tag and post #HotelEmplodeeDay
For more than 100 years, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) has been the voice and advocate for the lodging industry in the United States and its employees. The only national association representing all aspects of the hotel industry, including major chains, independent hotels, management companies, REITs, bed and breakfasts, industry partners, and others, AHLA is the only national association representing all segments of the hotel industry, including major chains, multinational hotels, consulting firms, education consultants, and others. AHLA represents the millions of employees who make them run, including:: In addition to representing most hoteliers in the United States, AHLA represents the millions of employees who make them run, including::
- Team members who work in both front and back of the house positions are split into both front and back of the house positions
- General managers
- Owners
- CEOs
- Corporate staff
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