Top LGBTQ+ inclusive hospitality employers hiring now on myGwork

Hospitality has always been about welcome, care and human connection. For many LGBTQ+ professionals, that makes it a natural place to build a career where identity is respected and valued.

On myGwork, a growing number of leading brands are actively recruiting LGBTQ+ talent, building teams where inclusion, respect and community are at the heart of every role. If you’re considering your next move, here’s why hospitality could be the perfect fit, and why these myGwork partners stand out.

Why hospitality is such an important sector for LGBTQ+ talent

1. Hospitality is built on inclusion.

From boutique members’ clubs to global hotel groups, hospitality at its best is about making every person feel welcome. That mindset naturally aligns with LGBTQ+ inclusion, respecting different identities, cultures and lived experiences.

2. You can bring your full self to customer-facing work.

Whether you’re greeting guests, leading a team or shaping strategy behind the scenes, authenticity is powerful. LGBTQ+ professionals often bring high levels of empathy, cultural awareness and emotional intelligence, all core to excellent hospitality.

3. Diverse pathways and global careers.

Hospitality spans operations, food & beverage, events, guest services, facilities management, tech, HR, marketing, real estate and more. Many roles offer international opportunities and clear progression for ambitious LGBTQ+ talent.

4. Visible role models and support networks.

Inclusive hospitality employers are building LGBTQ+ employee resource groups, mentoring schemes, Pride campaigns and allyship training. That community can be life‑changing, especially early in your career or when you’re still exploring your identity at work.

myGwork partners commit to being visible LGBTQ+ allies. They advertise roles on an LGBTQ+ business community platform, share their inclusion stories, and invest in policies and cultures that support queer and trans colleagues.

When you apply via myGwork, you’re choosing organizations that have publicly signalled that LGBTQ+ talent is welcome and valued. Below are some of the top inclusive employers in and around hospitality currently hiring on myGwork, each with a slightly different angle on what “hospitality” means.

The Peninsula London: Luxury hospitality with a modern, inclusive mindset

The Peninsula London brings ultra‑luxury hospitality to one of the world’s most diverse cities. High-end hotels are evolving fast, with guests increasingly expecting inclusive values to be reflected in both service and staffing.

Why Peninsula London is exciting for LGBTQ+ candidates:

• A brand known globally for service excellence and meticulous attention to guest experience
• Roles spanning front office, concierge, food & beverage, spa and wellness, events, housekeeping, engineering and corporate functions
• The chance to set standards for inclusive luxury, from pronoun-respectful interactions to welcoming LGBTQ+ families and couples
• The ability to grow an international career within a prestigious luxury group

For LGBTQ+ professionals who love refined service and want to help define what truly inclusive luxury looks like, Peninsula London’s opportunities are compelling.

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Soho House: Creative, global, and community‑driven

Soho House is a global members’ club and lifestyle brand with clubs, hotels, restaurants and workspaces around the world. It has long been associated with creative, progressive communities, including a strong LGBTQ+ presence among members and employees.

Why LGBTQ+ talent chooses Soho House:

• Strong focus on creativity, self‑expression and individuality in everyday work
• A global footprint that supports international mobility and diverse cross‑cultural teams
• Roles across front-of-house, bars and restaurants, events, marketing, design, digital and more
• A culture where queer and trans identities are visible across creative, operational and leadership roles

If you want to blend hospitality with art, fashion, media and culture, and be part of a global creative community, Soho House’s roles are a powerful place to start.

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Yugo: Student living with a focus on community and belonging

Yugo provides student accommodation and experiences around the world. Student communities are often at the forefront of social change and LGBTQ+ visibility, and Yugo’s work is closely tied to supporting young people during hugely formative years.

What stands out for LGBTQ+ candidates:

• A mission centred on “living, learning and growing” – ideal if you care about wellbeing and inclusive communities
• Daily interaction with diverse, international students, including many LGBTQ+ and questioning young people
• Roles in operations, residence management, community-building, events, sales and support functions
• The chance to influence how safe, inclusive and affirming student living feels for residents of all identities

Working at Yugo means helping shape environments where the next generation of LGBTQ+ people can feel at home, often away from their families for the first time.

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Compass Group UK & Ireland: Inclusive hospitality at scale

Compass Group UK & Ireland is a leading food and support services provider, operating in workplaces, schools, hospitals, cultural venues, sports arenas and more. This is hospitality on a huge scale, and their inclusion agenda reflects that breadth.

Why Compass Group appeals to LGBTQ+ professionals:

• A wide range of roles: chefs, baristas, catering managers, operations leaders, nutrition, logistics, HR, finance, tech and beyond
• Strong focus on equality, diversity and inclusion, backed by policies and employee networks
• Opportunities to make a difference in sectors that matter: healthcare, education, business and industry
• Accessible career paths, with training and development for people moving into hospitality from other backgrounds

For LGBTQ+ talent seeking stability, progression and the ability to impact millions of guests and service users daily, Compass Group roles offer scale plus purpose.

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Amazon: Redefining hospitality in a tech‑driven world

Amazon may not be a traditional hotel or restaurant brand, but it’s increasingly part of the hospitality ecosystem: from physical stores and Just Walk Out technology, to logistics that support hospitality businesses, to building operations and corporate campuses.

Why Amazon appears in any discussion of LGBTQ+ friendly “hospitality‑adjacent” careers:

• Recognised globally for LGBTQ+ inclusion, with strong employee resource groups like Glamazon
• Customer-obsessed culture that overlaps with hospitality values: anticipating need, removing friction, elevating experiences
• Roles related to facilities, workplace experience, operations, logistics, events and corporate services, all of which touch hospitality in new ways
• The chance to shape how tech, data and innovation transform everything from guest journeys to back-of-house systems

If you’re an LGBTQ+ professional with a passion for hospitality and technology, Amazon roles can place you at the intersection of both worlds.

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Rapport Guest Services: People‑first service and personal growth

Rapport Guest Services specializes in high-end reception, concierge, front-of-house and guest services, often within corporate and premium environments. Their entire business is built on exceptional, human‑centred experiences.

What makes Rapport attractive for LGBTQ+ talent:

• A strong emphasis on personality, communication skills and emotional intelligence
• Meaningful face-to-face interaction, often in environments where you can build long-term relationships with clients and colleagues
• Focused career development and training for people who want to grow in front-of-house and guest experience roles
• A culture where individuality is an asset, ideal if you want to let your authentic self shine at work

Rapport roles are well‑suited to LGBTQ+ professionals who enjoy connecting with people and representing inclusive, welcoming workplaces.

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JLL: Hospitality meets real estate, workplace and experience design

JLL (Jones Lang LaSalle) is a global real estate and investment management firm, increasingly focused on “human experience” in buildings, from offices and mixed-use developments to retail and hospitality venues.

Why JLL is a strong fit for LGBTQ+ professionals in hospitality‑related careers:

• Opportunities in workplace experience, facilities management, property management, sustainability, project management and consulting
• A growing recognition that hospitality principles (welcome, comfort, service) apply to offices and mixed‑use spaces too
• Established global diversity and inclusion programmes and LGBTQ+ networks
• The chance to influence how inclusive, accessible and welcoming buildings and communities are by design

For LGBTQ+ talent interested in the intersection of real estate, people experience and hospitality, JLL roles open the door to impact at the city and portfolio scale.

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How to make the most of myGwork for your hospitality career

If you’re ready to explore inclusive hospitality roles, here are simple steps to get started on myGwork:

1. Create or update your profile.
   Highlight hospitality skills (communication, languages, customer service, leadership, problem‑solving) and any LGBTQ+ advocacy or ERG involvement.
   
2. Use filters and alerts.
   Set up job alerts for relevant locations, seniority levels and functions (e.g. operations, guest services, F&B, facilities, events, HR).
   
3. Engage with the community.
   Join myGwork events, panels and webinars with these employers, ask questions, and listen for clues about culture, benefits, and career paths.
   
4. Be open about what you need to thrive.
   During applications and interviews, ask about LGBTQ+ networks, trans‑inclusive healthcare, family policies, pronoun use, dress codes and flexible working.

Hospitality is about creating spaces where people feel safe, seen and valued. For LGBTQ+ professionals, working with employers who live those values internally is essential.

Explore all of these opportunities on myGwork, connect with their teams, and take your next step towards a hospitality career where you can do what you love, without leaving any part of yourself at the door.