Marie BELMAS
Purchasing Manager - Management Control
Fauchon l'hôtel Paris
Paris, France
Promo 2023
Careers in hospitality, catering and tourism
The hospitality management sector offers a wide range of opportunities: digital communication, oenology, ecotourism, event management, luxury marketing…
Career Paths of Vatel Graduates in Hospitality and Tourism
Discover the inspiring journeys of Vatel graduates: diverse roles in hospitality, management, events, restaurant operations, and tourism, both in France and internationally.
The first Vatel school, opened in 1981, Vatel Paris moved on September 1, 2025, to La Défense, a lively and dynamic district that hosts renowned companies as well as major events.
Vatel Lyon is a school of hotel management that trains the future operational managers and executives in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
Vatel Nîmes is a hotel management school that trains future managers and executives in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
Vatel Bordeaux is a school specialising in hotel management, preparing future professionals in the hotel and tourism industry for international careers.
Vatel Nantes is a hotel management school that trains future managers and executives in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
Vatel Academy in Lyon-Marcy l'Etoile, is a vocational campus of the Vatel school that trains students for technical careers in the hotel and restaurant industries.
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International Hospitality
Restaurants, hotel groups and other tourism facilities make up one of France’s most dynamic industries. Hospitality management offers a wide range of opportunities...
The hotel, restaurant and tourism sectors continue to offer attractive career prospects. Consider these persuasive figures:
• €70 billion in revenue
• 6th largest employer in France
• More than 200,000 businesses across the French territory
• Over 308,000 job openings available
Careers in hotels and restaurants are constantly evolving, driven by fresh ideas and innovative concepts. Today’s trends naturally embrace ethics and sustainability, while digital transformation is fueling the creativity of restaurateurs. Just look at the rise of dark kitchens: over 1,500 virtual restaurants in France alone, representing a market worth more than €3.3 billion.
High-end hospitality and tourism make up an impressive 64% of this market. And it’s not just luxury hotels — student and senior residences are reinventing their services, business hotels are blending function with warmth, and even youth hostels are becoming vibrant lifestyle hubs.
This wave of transformation is opening doors to creativity, innovation, and endless possibilities. The hospitality sector isn’t just attractive — it’s shaping the future of how we live, work, and travel.
With its global reach and dynamic environment, a career in hospitality allows individuals to combine creativity, strategy, and service, making each role both challenging and rewarding. From digital communications and oenology to ecotourism, event management, and luxury brand marketing, the industry encompasses a wide range of exciting positions that cater to diverse talents and passions.
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