What is hospitality?The commercial sector

Hospitality is a worldwide industry which has become one of the biggest employers in the world, requiring a wide range of skills.

Part ofHospitality (CCEA)The hospitality industry

The commercial sector

Within the commercial sector the main purpose of any outlet is to provide food, drink, accommodation and to make a profit.

A hotel bedroom
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The main purpose of a hotel is to provide accommodation

Outlets that fall into this sector include

  • Hotels
  • Guest houses
  • Bed and breakfasts
  • Hostels
  • Holiday centres
  • Restaurants
  • Cafes
  • Fast food outlets
  • Takeaways
  • Pubs/ wine bars

Contract catering businesses sometimes called outside caterers supply prepared meals to other organisations.

The main purpose of this type of business is the provision of food and drink sold to make a profit.