Visitor & Hospitality

Sussex is a popular tourist destination in the south-east of England, known for its beautiful countryside, coastline, historical landmarks, and vibrant cities.

The visitor economy and hospitality sector plays an important role in the Sussex economy, including a range of industries such as accommodation/housing, restaurant, pubs, bars and venues, entertainment, visitor attractions, a national park, wineries and other tourism services.

Why choose Visitor & Hospitality?

The accommodation sector in Sussex offers a diverse range of options, including hotels, guest houses, bed and breakfasts, holiday parks, and self-catering apartments. They cater to a broad range of customers, from budget travellers or families seeking holiday park getaways, to luxury seekers, with a number of high-end hotels and luxury spa resort.

The food and beverage sector in Sussex is also diverse, with numerous restaurants, cafes, pubs, and bars in Sussex, catering to different tastes and budgets. Sussex is known for its foodie culture and West Sussex has a number of award-winning restaurants and food festivals throughout the year.

There is a growing market in experiential tourism – those seeking unique and exciting experiences – which encompasses adventurous activities (hiking, biking, water sports), food and drink tours and making experiences, events and festivals, and also wellbeing tourism – retreats and nature-based experiences. All which are on offer in Sussex.

What skills will I need to succeed?

Transferable Skills (things you can use in any job): Customer Service, People-skills, Problem solving, Strong written and verbal communication skills, Manual Handling, Leadership, Health & Safety, event management.

Technical Skills (things specific to jobs in this sector): Restaurant Operations, Cooking and Food[KH1]  Safety are top specialised skills. Big gaps comparing demand / supply across all specialised skills.

Jobs in the Visitor & Hospitality Sector