Although new hotels will provide some employment opportunities, most of the expected openings will happen because of the need to replace workers who retire or stop working for other reasons. In most areas of California, hotels are busiest between the months of May and September. The majority of job openings will occur during this time. Advancement Promotion often depends on the employee's personality and skills, experience, training, work performance and education. A Hotel Desk Clerk may advance to chief room clerk, assistant front office manager, front office manager, sales and promotion manager or hotel manager.
Experience is important for upward mobility.
Top managerial posts usually require many years of experience and specialized training. Employers prefer a college education for management training positions. Desk Clerks may improve their opportunities for advancement by taking college courses in general business. Registration with the California Employment Development Department or private employment agencies, schools or unions can lead to jobs. For current job listings, browse CalJOBS or America's Job Bank .