WATCH: 'Too many jobs and not enough people' – hospitality sector faces staffing crisis ahead of reopening

On a recent search of a jobs site, one hotel operations manager found 1,100 different posts looking for chefs, while many others in the sector say they are concerned about filling roles

PJ McMahon, operations manager at Schull Harbour Hotel, Co Cork: 'Insecurity is probably the biggest challenge in the industry as most people in this sector have worked probably six months out of the last 15.' Picture: Denis Minihane.

Hospitality businesses are putting the finishing touches on reopening plans.

But, for many in the sector, a new challenge has materialised in terms of staffing, with many reporting issues in sourcing experienced hospitality workers ahead of the return of customers.