Hotels worldwide face a common challenge: finding the right staff in a highly competitive job market. The hospitality industry consistently reports more job openings than hires, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics revealing that the accommodation and food services sector has one of the highest vacancy rates across all industries. Selecting the right job board is crucial.
Here, we explore the top trustworthy platforms for posting hotel jobs in 2025, including pricing, reach, and the types of roles each site is best suited for.
What to look for in a hotel job board
- Audience focus – Is it dedicated to hospitality or a general career board
- Reach – Does it target local, national, or international candidates
- Employer tools – Resume databases, alerts, branding, applicant tracking
- Cost vs value – Certain niche boards may be pricier, but they often provide better matches.
- Freshness – How many active roles are listed right now
Top Websites to Post Hotel Jobs
HCareers www.hcareers.com
HCareers is one of the top hospitality job sites, covering hotels, restaurants, and resorts. Employers gain access to thousands of active candidates and branding opportunities.
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Listings: Thousands of active hospitality jobs in the U.S. and Canada
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Cost: About $249 per job posting Betterteam – HCareers Pricing
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Best for: Front desk, F&B, operations, management roles in North America
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Employer tools: Resume search, matching, applicant alerts
Hospitality Online www.hospitalityonline.com
Hospitality Online is a top choice for large hotel chains and independent properties alike. It boasts one of the largest dedicated inventories of hotel jobs available.
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Listings: Over 7,500 active jobs across the U.S. and global markets HospitalityOnline.com
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Cost: Around $375 per job posting Betterteam – Hospitality Online Pricing
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Best for: Mid-level to senior hotel roles, multi-property groups
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Employer tools: Branding pages, applicant tracking, social media promotion
CatererGlobal / Caterer.com caterer.com/recruiters / catererglobal.com/recruiters
These UK-based platforms are a strong fit for international recruitment. Caterer.com currently lists over 22,000 hospitality job openings. Caterer.com
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Cost: Varies; typically premium compared to general boards
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Best for: International staff, seasonal roles, luxury and resort hotels
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Employer tools: Featured jobs, CV search, targeted advertising
Hosco www.hosco.com
At Hosco, we connect hotels with students, graduates, and hospitality professionals from schools around the world.
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Cost: Custom packages Hosco for Employers
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Best for: Entry-level, internships, or properties near tourism schools
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Reach: Global, with a focus on Europe
General Job Boards (LinkedIn, Indeed)
While they're not specifically geared towards hospitality, LinkedIn and Indeed are still crucial for getting noticed. They bring in a lot of volume, but the applications may need more in-depth screening.
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Cost: Pay-per-click or subscription packages
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Best for: Roles where brand visibility matters and when you want the widest reach
Strategy for Hotels
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Share your post on at least one board focused on hospitality and one broader board to strike a balance between quality and reach.
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Update listings regularly to keep them looking fresh.
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Monitor where top candidates are coming from, then adjust your budget to focus on the sites that yield the best results.
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Emphasize pay, benefits, and career advancement; candidates now expect this info, and job ads with salary details tend to get more clicks. ClearlyIP – Hospitality Job Market Trends 2025
Key Takeaways
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The hotel labor market remains competitive, making site choice important.
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HCareers and Hospitality Online dominate the U.S. market.
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CatererGlobal, Caterer.com, and Hosco are essential for international reach.
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LinkedIn and Indeed are useful complements for visibility.
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Pricing ranges from about $249 to $375 per posting, with higher-tier packages available for volume hiring.
This article was prepared by Gourmet Marketing, a digital agency for hotels and resorts focused on hospitality growth and digital insights.