Job prospects Hotel Manager in the Calgary Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Accommodation service managers in the Calgary Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Accommodation service managers (NOC 60031) in the Calgary region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2024, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
• Employment in accommodation services remains sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions.  
• Demand for accommodation services in Alberta is expected to continue to grow over the forecast period with increased interprovincial, U.S., and overseas visitors.
• Accommodations employers are having a difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term. 
• Employment opportunities for this occupation are good, thanks to an abundance of tourist attractions that encourage dining out. The support by both residents and tourists, create consistent demand for workers in the hospitality and food service sectors. 

Here are some key facts about Accommodation service managers in the Calgary region:

• Approximately 2,260 people work in this occupation.
• Accommodation service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 77%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology