Tourism Job Descriptions

by Kyle Martin

Overview

The tourism job sector is large and spans everything from hourly jobs to upper management. If you love interacting with different people every day, it might make a good career path.
Hourly jobs

Depending on the location, hourly or seasonal jobs as lifeguards or amusement park ride attendants can be plentiful. Be prepared for this to be hard work for minimum wage. They usually work for the minimum wage of either the country or the state.

Food jobs

From line cooks to executive chefs, these jobs play a big part in tourism for a city or resort. People will often go to a famous or recommended restaurant. Pay varies depending on your level as well as the restaurant where you work.
Tour or Travel Guides

Guides can lead groups through haunted houses, ghost walks or around an old fort. These people are usually very knowledgeable about the city and its history. They can make roughly $21,000 per year.
Cruise Ship Director

The director lives on the cruise ship and plans and executes activities for the cruise-goers, including on-board entertainment and on-shore excursions. They usually make around $5,500 per month.
Concierge

This job is usually based out of a hotel or resort. A concierge helps people fulfill any requests they have, from the procurement of tickets to a show to reservations at a restaurant. Pay is around $17,000, depending on location and tips.