Effect of Gender on Employee Pay in Five-Star Hotels in Nairobi County, Kenya
Résumé
Globally, there exists concern regarding pay disparities between men and women, particularly in Kenya's high-end hotels. Although more women are employed in Kenya's hotel industry compared to other industries, pay disparities by gender remain. However, what takes place in Nairobi's five-star hotels has not been examined in detail, meaning local research is scarce. The study sought to determine the effect of gender on pay levels among employees in five-star hotels in Nairobi County, Kenya. Data was gathered from 198 employees randomly selected from eight five-star hotels using a survey questionnaire. The data were analyzed using a technique known as descriptive and General Linear Modelling, namely Univariate ANOVA. The study established that gender significantly influences employees' pay, observing that female employees received a higher average amount of pay compared to men. This is linked to the fact that the women interviewed had a better education, managerial skills, and work experience. The study concludes that gender impacts pay, but women received more not due to discrimination, but due to their functions and skills. The study advises that human resource policies in these hotels should promote regular training to all employees, combat gender bias in hiring and promotions, and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities to access better-paying jobs based on capabilities. These measures will enhance the working environment and underscore the need for local studies to address gender pay disparities.