EMPLOYERS

SOURCE, ACQUIRE AND RETAIN TALENT

As an employer within the tourism and hospitality industry, you play an essential role in recruiting and retaining talent. From creating a positive workplace culture to demonstrating effective leadership, discover the resources and best practices that will attract career seekers to your company.

SUBURBAN COOK COUNTY
TOURISM & HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY SNAPSHOT

Each year, millions of tourists from around the world visit Cook County for its beautiful parks and beaches, cultural museums and widely acclaimed restaurants. Represented by businesses primarily engaged with accommodations, food service, entertainment, recreation, and arts and culture, the tourism and hospitality industry is one of the largest economic sectors in Illinois.

(Data Source: World Business Chicago, Cook County Bureau of Economic Development)

38,354

Job Postings
as of Oct. 2023

125,610

Total Jobs In 2023 +3% Projected Job Growth By 2027

$41,217

Average Earnings Per Job Including $5,020 In Benefits


TOURISM & HOSPITALITY CAREER
RESOURCE LINKS

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HIRING BEST
PRACTICES TO ATTRACT
THE RIGHT TALENT

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BEST PRACTICES TO RETAIN
YOUR EMPLOYEES

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TALENT PIPELINE BEST
PRACTICES

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WHERE TO SOURCE TALENT
FOR THE TOURISM &
HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

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