Leisure and hospitality industries had a record 966,900 workers in May 2023 – up 14,400 since coronavirus upended the economy in February 2020.
Southern California’s “fun” jobs hit a record high in May, one sign that the leisure and hospitality industry’s lethargic recovery from the pandemic era’s harsh losses is nearly complete.
It’s been a slow and long rebound for the hospitality industry. Stiff pandemic business limitations in spring 2020 cut 421,700 jobs at leisure and hospitality businesses – a stunning 44% drop. One key to fast food’s business success is that quick-serve meals became even more popular during the pandemic. Many diners sought meals without the crowds of indoor dining. Meanwhile, others relished fast food take-out services and delivered meals.
Numerous hotels have not reopened after pandemic shutdowns. And while much of tourism is booming, some hotels suffer as business travel has yet to rebound to pre-pandemic levels.
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