The fluctuating needs of the industry

• What are the fluctuating needs of the hospitality industry related to?


  Supply and demand for staffing at peak times, large events, seasonally, and according to location
• What is the rank of the hospitality industry in terms of employment in the UK?


  It is the third-largest employer in the UK
• How many jobs does the hospitality industry contribute through direct employment in the UK?


  1. 2 million jobs
• How many jobs are contributed indirectly by the hospitality industry in the UK?

  1. 8 million jobs
• What type of positions does the hospitality and catering industry normally account for more?


  Part-time positions
• What factors affect staffing levels and skills/job roles in the hospitality industry?


  • Demand changes with staffing levels
  • Supply is affected by the availability of trained staff
  • Factors affecting demand:
  • Weekday vs. weekend
  • Time of year
  • Economic conditions
  • Situations like the Covid-19 pandemic
• How did the Covid-19 pandemic impact the hospitality industry?


  It forced businesses to close and/or diversify to be Covid-safe
• When is there greater demand for staff in the hospitality industry?


  At seasonal times, such as summer and bank holidays
• What types of events increase staffing demand in the hospitality industry?


  Large events such as festivals
• How might the UK's departure from the EU have affected the hospitality industry?


  It may have impacted the availability of staff
• What are the key factors that influence staffing needs in the hospitality industry?


  Seasonal demand, economic conditions, and availability of trained staff