15 years in Singapore hospitality, 12 months unemployed: ‘I’m genuinely baffled why I’m rejected’
A year into his job search, the hospitality veteran says his savings are depleted and he is still unsure why his experience has not translated into a new role.
Singapore's hospitality industry veteran, who has spent 15 years in the field across five-star hotels and luxury workspace management, has taken to Reddit to share his ongoing struggle for employment. With over a year of job-hunting without any offers, the anonymous individual expresses his frustration at the sheer number of rejections and silences he has faced.
He describes himself as "genuinely baffled" by the lack of response to his applications and admits that the Singapore job market has become "brutal". Despite his extensive experience, ranging from team leadership to dealing with service-level agreements, he remains unable to secure a job. He is willing to take a pay cut if it means re-entering the workforce, and has tried all conventional job-hunting methods – tailoring his CV, leveraging his professional network, and following advice from the internet.
Yet, he has received either rejections or no response at all. He also wonders if his experience is an anomaly or a broader reflection of the job market in Singapore. In response to his query, some users suggested looking for opportunities abroad, while others advised him to take on any work, even if it meant grappling with the stigma.
A few users shared their own experiences of joblessness and related difficulties, stating that they were not alone in facing this challenge.
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