Black and Asian employees more likely to be on part-time contracts, report finds

Black and Asian employees are more likely to be on zero-hour contracts and part-time contracts, according to a new report.

The Inside Hospitality Report compiled by Be Inclusive Hospitality has found that there remains a perception that the industry is “less fair” when it comes to race, age, and disability.

Of the 3,000 hospitality workers surveyed 84% agreed that the sector offered good career opportunities, however analysis of the data found that white respondents were most likely to hold managerial positions, earn the most and occupy full-time employment than any other ethnic group.

When asked about discrimination in the workplace, 40% of hospitality employees had a low level of trust in their company's ability to address any concerns, while of those who have witnessed discrimination at work 62% cited racial bias being the reason, followed by gender.

Be Inclusive Hospitality founder and chief executive Lorraine Copes said that though awareness was growing among the hospitality community, there was still work to do.

She added: “What is concerning is that the results surrounding discrimination, education at all levels, and the building of trust have remained stagnant. With this robust data set, my hope is that leaders now take heed and take action.”

Jennifer Ravalli, Harri chief marketing officer, said: "Having helped power this year's report, it is our hope that the findings continue to spark positive changes across the hospitality sector as we move toward a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive future."