1. Todd knows that he wants to work in hospitality and tourism, but he isn’t sure that he wants to attend college. Compare and contrast the education or training and certifications needed for several different careers in the hospitality and tourism industry that could help Todd decide what his next steps are.
2. Remember Michael? Turns out he took the job as a dishwasher so he could get restaurant experience and move closer to his dream of becoming a chef. Think about Michael in ten years. He is applying to be chef de cuisine at a local fine dining restaurant. This is a management and leadership position. Thinking about Michael’s likely career trajectory from dishwasher to chef, what elements might Michael include in a digital portfolio to make him a competitive candidate for the chef de cuisine job? Why might it be important for Michael to create a portfolio when applying for this job?
3. Why are ethics important in the hospitality and tourism industry? Compare and contrast appropriate/inappropriate workplace social behavior and work ethics.
