Hotel and restaurant managers work in some of the most glamorous, exciting environments you can imagine. From luxury resorts in exotic locations to high-powered conference centers to the hottest restaurants, hotel and restaurant managers are working behind the scenes to ensure the excellence of their establishment.

If you are looking for a challenging, rewarding career and enjoy working with people, hotel or restaurant management could be right for you. This comprehensive guide gives you all the tricks of the trade necessary to launch your career.

• Learn the ins and outs of a hotel or restaurant manager's job—what they do, where they work, and how they succeed
• Narrow down your education choices with this thorough explanation of training programs, including sample curricula, and tuition costs, and a chapter devoted to financial aid
• Find out how to tackle your job search with up-to-date information on where to find jobs and concrete solutions for getting the job offer you want
• Get specific strategies for succeeding on the job, such as managing your professional relationships and handling the stress of the fast-paced hospitality industry
• Benefit from insights and advice from working hotel and restaurant managers found throughout the book and the indispensable resource section—including contact information for training programs, professional associations, and more