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Tourism, Gastronomy, Hotel Business

Salaries range for person working in Estonia in Tourism, Gastronomy, Hotel Business is typically from 867 EUR (minimum salary) to 1,761 EUR (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).

This is the total NET monthly salary including bonuses. Salaries vary drastically among different job positions. If you are interested in the salary of a particular job, see below for salaries for specific position.

Gross monthly salary in category Tourism, Gastronomy, Hotel Business
Salaries may vary by position, the value given is indicative.
80% of people earn:
867 - 1,761 EUR
10% earn less lthan 867 EUR
10% earns more than 1,761 EUR
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Salaries in the survey are expressed in net.

Based on the Palgad.ee salary survey, 80% of people in the Tourism, Gastronomy, Hotel Business category in the Estonia earn between 867 EUR and 1,761 EUR monthly net.

10% of employees earn less than 867 EUR and 10% of people earn more than 1,761 EUR.

The survey is based on data from employees, cleaned of extreme and duplicate values.

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List of positions in the Tourism, Gastronomy, Hotel Business category and their job descriptions

Job position
Description of job position
Market range
Accommodation Manager
  • Preparing warm and cold meals and drinks for the guests.
  • Check-in and check-out the guests.
  • Operating recreational facilities and services (wellness, billiard, renting skis, bicycles etc.).
  • Preparing and organizing programme for guests.
  • Solving problems relating to the accommodation facility.
  • Taking responsibility for the efficient operation of the accommodation facility.
1,082 - 2,499 EUR
Activity Instructor
  • Organising leisure time of hotel guests during their holidays.
  • Creating entertainment, cultural and sports programmes, competitions, tournaments and other activities according to predetermined specialisation.
  • Participating in the beach, ball and board games.
  • Acting as a referee.
  • Providing services to the hotel guests and ensuring their overall satisfaction.
Assistant Cook
  • Assisting at preparation and serving of hot and cold meals.
  • Preparation and cooking of cold, local and international cuisine.
  • Being responsible for accurate keeping of recipes, quality and amount of used ingredients.
  • Keeping account of supplies on store.
  • Following the rules of economic treatment of ingredients.
  • Observing hygienic and safety rules.
788 - 1,630 EUR
Bartender
  • Serving alcohol and soft drinks.
  • Taking orders from customers.
  • Preparing cocktails with an emphasis on the correct procedure and recipe.
  • Washing and polishing glasses and cleaning bartending tools.
  • Arranging bottles and glasses placed on the shelves in the bar.
  • Wiping the bar and changing the used ashtrays.
  • Collecting payments and accepting cash and operating the cash register.
  • Monitoring the current stock levels.
  • Complying with hygiene standards in the workplace.
884 - 1,590 EUR
Booking agent
  • Selling flight tickets, boat tickets, excursions, tours and additional tourist services.
  • Providing tourist information.
  • Working with internal reservation system.
  • Responsibility for checking and the correctness of the prices charged.
  • Concluding contracts regarding the tour provision.
  • Providing personal, telephone, e-mail or fax communication with clients.
  • Designing and implementing activities to promote sales.
  • Receiving and resolving reported claims and complaints.
1,117 - 1,874 EUR
Bosun
  • steering the vessel, steersman's work
  • mooring vessels with steel ropes
1,440 - 2,956 EUR
Catering manager
  • Preparing, and overseeing activities related to food preparation.
  • Planning menus in consultation with chefs.
  • Recruiting and training permanent and casual staff.
  • Planning staff shifts and rotes.
  • Ensuring health and safety regulations are strictly observed.
  • Monitoring the quality of the product and service provided.
  • Keeping financial and administrative records.
  • Managing the payroll and monitoring spending levels.
  • Maintaining stock levels and ordering new supplies as required.
  • Interacting with customers if involved with front of house work.
  • Liaising with suppliers and clients.
  • Negotiating contracts with customers, assessing their requirements and ensuring they are satisfied with the service delivered (in contract catering).
1,047 - 1,931 EUR
Chambermaid
  • Cleaning of rooms, hallways, and common areas.
  • Regular vacuuming and dusting.
  • Making the beds and adjusting the sheeting.
  • Changing used bed linen and towels.
  • Cleaning bathrooms and toilets and refilling missing toiletries.
  • Emptying dustbins and changing used ashtrays.
  • Replenishing the contents of room mini-bars and refrigerators.
706 - 1,356 EUR
Chef
  • Responsibility for the quality of prepared meals, compliance with the standards and production processes.
  • Preparing technologically demanding meals and specialities.
  • Monitoring stock levels, ordering missing commodities for the preparation of meals.
  • Receiving commodities from suppliers, performing quality and quantity checks of supplied goods, responsibility for its correct storage.
  • Leading, coordinating and performing professional supervision of kitchen staff.
  • Compiling, upgrading and regular diversifying of the menu.
  • Providing price calculations for the production of meals.
975 - 2,352 EUR
Concierge
  • Assisting guests with concierge services while securing spending their free time and entertainment, including securing reservations in restaurants.
  • Providing guests with recommendations concerning the hotel and its surroundings (restaurant, historic sights, events etc.).
  • Sending and accepting courier packages.
  • Securing immediate delivery of fax messages and of mail to the guests.
  • Responding to the questions of guests, solving eventual problems.
  • Organizing parking of cars.
  • Assisting guests with a rucksack (in case they need it).
916 - 1,511 EUR
Content provider
  • Creating engaging and informative content related to tourism, hospitality, and gastronomy.
  • Researching and gathering information on travel destinations, hotels, restaurants, and culinary experiences.
  • Writing articles, blog posts, and promotional materials that highlight unique aspects of various locations and services.
  • Collaborating with photographers and designers to produce visually appealing content for online and offline platforms.
  • Ensuring all content is optimized for search engines to increase visibility and engagement.
  • Updating and maintaining website content to reflect current trends and offerings in the tourism and hospitality sectors.
  • Developing content strategies that align with marketing goals and target audience preferences.
  • Interacting with clients and stakeholders to understand their content needs and preferences.
  • Monitoring industry trends and competitors to inform content development.
  • Participating in brainstorming sessions to generate new ideas for content campaigns and initiatives.
Cook
  • Preparing warm, cold, and special dietary needs dishes.
  • Responsibility for precise adherence to recipes, quality characteristics, and quantities of ingredients.
  • Dividing prepared dishes into individual portions.
  • Arranging and decorating dishes just before serving.
  • Ensuring the proper use and care for the kitchen equipment and tools.
  • Following strict hygienic standards and principles.
852 - 1,651 EUR
Croupier
  • Operating gambling slot machines.
  • Familiarising customers with the rules and principles of the game.
  • Shuffling and distributing playing cards.
  • Supervising the regular conduct of games.
  • Exchanging cash.
  • Serving alcoholic and soft drinks.
1,063 - 2,099 EUR
Fast food worker
  • preparing meals
  • working at the cash desk
  • attending the staff assigned section
  • maintaining cleanliness of the working place
706 - 1,780 EUR
Flight Attendant
  • Attending a pre-flight safety briefing.
  • Welcoming passengers on board the aircraft, directing them to their seats according to the information on their boarding cards, and assisting them with their hand luggage.
  • Informing passengers of the aircraft safety procedures and providing a safety demonstration.
  • Preparing, serving, and selling meals and drinks.
  • Selling duty-free goods.
  • Checking the passengers and crew members regularly.
  • Distributing customs forms on international flights and assisting the passengers to fill them in.
  • Giving first aid to a limited extent.
  • Overseeing that the cleanliness and order on board is maintained.
915 - 2,292 EUR
Hotel Porter
  • Welcoming guests arriving at the hotel.
  • Helping guests when getting in and out of their vehicle, and opening doors.
  • Loading and unloading luggage to/from the vehicle.
  • Helping guests to carry their luggage.
  • Guiding guests to their hotel rooms and presenting the equipment rooms.
  • Responding to the commonly posed questions from guests, and solving problems.
737 - 1,618 EUR
Houseman
  • Taking part in the effective fulfilling of the daily working tasks in the housekeeping department.
  • Caring for the main storehouse in the housekeeping department.
  • Taking orders of working aids for chambermaids and cleaners.
  • Taking out large goods and working aids to the individual storerooms on the storeys.
  • Taking out, bringing and sorting out of the hotel bed sheets and tea towels.
  • Taking responsibility for the regular monthly stocktaking.
1,213 - 2,415 EUR
Kitchen Helper
  • Assisting in the preparation of food items according to established recipes and standards.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area, including washing dishes, utensils, and equipment.
  • Supporting chefs and kitchen staff in various tasks, including food preparation and plating.
  • Ensuring proper storage of food items and adherence to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
  • Assisting with inventory management by tracking supplies and notifying supervisors of low stock levels.
  • Helping with the setup and breakdown of kitchen stations before and after service.
  • Participating in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen appliances and work areas.
  • Collaborating with team members to ensure efficient kitchen operations and timely service.
  • Following all health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Being flexible and ready to take on additional tasks as needed to support the kitchen team.
706 - 1,350 EUR
Lifeguard, Swimming Instructor
  • Saving drowning visitors of swimming pools, water parks, beaches and similar facilities.
  • Supervising compliance with the rules of swimming facilities.
  • Providing first aid to visitors of the swimming facilities.
739 - 1,483 EUR
Pizza Cook
  • Preparing pizza and pizza products in a special wood-burning oven
  • Preparation and cleaning within the kitchen.
779 - 1,670 EUR
Receptionist
  • Welcoming and checking in the guests by means of their presented identity card.
  • Assigning rooms according to customer requirements and current availability in accommodation facility.
  • Providing information and assistance in solving problems and complaints.
  • Providing foreign currency exchange services.
  • Providing telephone and e-mail reservations.
  • Providing specialised services on request.
  • Sale of supplementary consumer goods.
  • Issuing receipts for accommodation services.
  • Accepting payments in local and foreign currency and operating a payment terminal.
847 - 1,616 EUR
Restaurant worker
  • Providing excellent customer service to ensure a positive dining experience for guests.
  • Taking and processing customer orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Assisting in menu selection and offering recommendations based on customer preferences.
  • Preparing tables for dining by setting up utensils, glassware, and condiments.
  • Collaborating with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food preparation and delivery.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the dining area, including clearing and resetting tables.
  • Handling customer inquiries and resolving any issues or complaints in a professional manner.
  • Processing payments and managing cash register transactions.
  • Adhering to health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards.
  • Participating in training programs to enhance service skills and product knowledge.
  • Assisting with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Supporting special events and catering services as required.
739 - 1,695 EUR
Sommelier
  • Providing expert advice to customers in choosing the appropriate type of wine and other noble drinks.
  • Serving wine and other high quality beverages.
  • Compiling wine cards and lists of beverages.
  • Ordering, archiving, and selling wine and other products.
  • Organising wine presentations and wine tastings.
  • Training and managing personnel in the given field.
1,316 - 2,342 EUR
Spa Therapist
  • Carrying out body massages, packs and body and face treatments.
  • Taking care of maintenance and tidiness in the whole hotel spa.
  • Taking care of the spa reception.
  • Presentation and active sale of cosmetic products to the clients.
872 - 1,732 EUR
Travel Guide
  • Guiding individuals and groups during tours.
  • Preparing professional commentaries, studying historical facts and attractions.
  • Providing professional commentaries in the mother tongue and a foreign language.
  • Answering the tour participants’ questions.
  • Operational solution of problems encountered.
1,084 - 1,654 EUR
Waiter
  • Setting tables, placing silverware, plates, glasses, and placemats.
  • Welcoming and seating guests based on the current available capacity.
  • Providing advice when customers are selecting meals and beverages.
  • Taking orders from customers.
  • Serving ordered meals and beverages and occasionally performing the finishing touches for meals at the table.
  • Accepting and turning over claims to a responsible staff member.
  • Collecting payment and outstanding amounts in local and foreign currencies or via a payment card.
  • Removing used silverware, plates, and glasses from tables.
  • Taking reservations for tables.
828 - 1,510 EUR
Waiter - Room Service
  • Being responsible for professional services to the guests while serving meals and drinks to the guest rooms.
  • Being responsible for the requests of guests who asked for delivery to the hotel room.
  • Taking part in development and improvement of the service of meals and drinks.
  • Announcing and solving problems of guests.
  • Providing and keeping a high quality service of meals and drinks.
  • Stocking minibars in the hotel rooms.

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