The September jobs report exceeded expectations with the addition of 336,000 jobs, primarily in the leisure and hospitality sector. However, wage growth remains stagnant, prompting questions about job quality and fairness of remuneration. A report by 1Huddle reveals that continuous learning opportunities and clear career progression are valued by hospitality workers. Surprisingly, a heftier paycheck was not identified as a significant factor in job engagement. Industry leaders are urged to invest in employee growth and satisfaction to attract and retain talent. The report highlights the importance of delving deeper into job quality and opportunities for workforce success. [52700aa4] [382f8f57]