Hospitality Leadership

Culinary and hospitality leadership prepares students for employment, entry-level management trainee positions, or improved skills for career advancement. Online coursework provides students with opportunities to build skills for real-world success.

Hospitality and Food Services Career Pathway was identified as a Missouri Target Industry with a projected 7% increase between 2018-2028. The hospitality career pathway utilizes supporting careers: lodging, administrative and support services, sales & marketing, entertainment, and accounting.

Salary Range:

• Restaurant Cooks - $37,390
• First-line Supervisors Food Prep and Serving Workers - $44,080
• Food Service Managers - $68,130
• Lodging Managers - $68,130
• Other

Types of Jobs:

• Cooks
• First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
• Assistant Front Office Manager
• Guest Services Special Event Planners
• Food and Beverage Management
• Lodging Managers
• Other

For More Information, Contact:

For more information about our Hospitality degree or certificates and how to apply contact:
Dr. Brenda Smith, Associate Professor, Program Coordinator
Email: BrendaSmith@MissouriState.edu
Phone: (417) 255-7736

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