Hospitality is all about giving a warm welcome to customers - meeting their needs & expectations. The industry has diverse career options – from lucrative salaries to high-end growth opportunities. Whether you are an industry maestro or exploring new prospects, Foodism Connect has brought here some high-paying hospitality jobs – do have a look!

General Manager 

As a general manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the operations – guest experience, staff management & financial profitability. This role demands a strong leadership quality, strategic planning and comprehensive knowledge about the hospitality industry. In India, the average salary of a manager ranges from 6 lakhs annually. This might differ concerning the hotel's scale, location and popularity. 

Executive Chef 

They lead culinary operations within the restaurants, resorts or hotels. Executive chefs are responsible for – menu planning, kitchen staff supervision, inventory management, and maintaining high culinary standards. One must be creative, adaptive, & a culinary expert to perform this role at the best. Annually an executive chef can earn 5 lakhs. There are potential chances to earn more depending upon the establishment. 

Sous Chef 

Sous chefs are the right hand of the head chef, they are responsible for monitoring the kitchen activities. They oversee food preparation, design menus, train kitchen staff, manage inventories and plan schedules. Sous chefs can also act as supporters in case other kitchen staff need them. Often they can handle customer concerns and oversee the workflow of the kitchen operations, storage procedures and sanitation. On average, a sous chef can earn around 4.8 lakhs annually. There are other similar job roles an individual can seek - pastry chef, line cook or catering manager. 

Revenue Manager

They are responsible for analysing market data and consumer trends to work on the pricing strategies which can maximise revenue. They need to work closely with the sales and marketing team to forecast demand and adjust rates accordingly. Revenue Managers can expect a salary of 10 lakhs annually, it might vary depending upon their experience level. 

Director of Food & Beverage

These professionals have to be good players in managing food-related operations – tracking inventories, setting food prices, maintaining equipment, hiring & training staff and completing payrolls. They must have a strong grip on leadership, customer service, and cost control. Their average salary can range from 8 lakhs to 25 lakhs. They can diversify and gain expertise in fine dining or bar services. 

Sommelier

A sommelier is a Wine Expert responsible for wine-food pairing & wine listing. They enhance customer experience in fine dining restaurants, luxury hotels or cruises. They must have strong knowledge of wine selection, customer service & food pairing. Their average salary can range from 8 lakhs to 25 lakhs. They can also grow their interest in luxury dining and wine culture. Certified sommeliers are in vogue!

Event Manager 

Event managers plan and promote events and ensure their smooth running - they organise different types of events like business conferences, weddings or music concerts. Moreover, event managers are required to oversee all aspects of event planning and ensure it operates as per the customer’s budget and preferences. An individual seeking a career as an event manager is required to have strong leadership skills, ability to work under pressure and technical skills to handle software. The entry-level salary for an event manager annually can be around 4.5 lakhs and range from up to 12 lakhs.  

Concierge Manager 

A concierge manager is a senior-level job position where the person is responsible for overseeing other concierge staff and handling complex tasks and duties with other departments. Although these responsibilities differ based on the hotel’s size, location and clientele. They are mainly responsible for welcoming guests, providing recommendations as per their preferences and needs, making their reservations, managing guest requests and resolving their complaints. Annually a concierge manager can expect a salary of 3-10 lakhs on an average. 

Purchasing Manager 

Purchasing managers work with suppliers to accumulate inventory for a restaurant. They are responsible for creating strategies to purchase supplies whilst establishing a good relationship with the vendors & suppliers. Purchasing managers are also responsible for managing and maintaining inventory databases for any type of establishment - restaurant or catering companies. On average, a purchasing manager can earn between 5-15 lakhs. 

These are the high-paying hospitality jobs, choose your career wisely and what suits you best! Pursuing a career in these job roles might be professionally and financially satisfactory. 

Please note: Salaries mentioned are indicative and can vary on factors like individual experience level, location and size of the establishment.