What makes a good employer
Good employer reputation is very important. Especially these days. We all want to work for a hotel with an excellent employer reputation. Furthermore, we all want to progress our hotel career forward as best we can in the best environment possible. Therefore, I decided to do a list of 5 signs of good hotel employers to look out for from my own experience.
Characteristics of a good employer
Company reputation
It is always good to do your homework before you engage with a potential new employer. By checking out reviews on Glassdoor, to their customer reviews on TripAdvisor to Booking.com to how do they portray their team on their own socials. Look for a positive and inclusive work environment where employees feel valued and supported. This incorporates an admiration for diversity and a focus on employee well-being.
Career Development
Do they advertise development plans or is there testimonials from current employees on their website or socials. While most hotels do advertise that they do offer development, it is always good to see evidence on it. During your interview, ask for their development plan so you can see what they would have planned for you. What investment will they make in you if you are the right person for them.
Work-Life balance
Something we hear every day as recruiters. Again, you can always get evidence of this from there socials, do they respect their employees and their wellbeing. Do they offer staff parties or maybe family days out. Employers must have an emphasis on health, family and environment.
Job Security
Research the company’s financial health, stability, and market position to gauge the long-term security of your job. Media always pick up on this and do document it online. Another gauge is to see if there is a lot of roles currently with the company, this could be a sign of high turnover. Companies must be forward-thinking, embraces innovation, and adapts well to changes in the industry these days in order to survive.
Ethics and Social Responsibility
Evaluate the company’s commitment to ethical practices, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility on their website. Our experience has shown that our current generation of Gen Z is always looking to see what their next employers are doing in this area.
When selecting a good employer, look for a positive company culture, prospects for career growth, work-life balance, fair compensation, and job security. Then assess the quality of leadership, company reputation, innovation, ethical practices, and employee engagement to ensure a reassuring and fulfilling work environment.
NB This article was written by Keith Boyle, a Recruitment Consultant in Action and a long time hospitality manager with experience in both being interviewed for a position and being the one doing the interviews.
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