Job outlooks for Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations

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dietary aide (65201)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

    Experience is preferred but not necessary in this occupation, which is commonly staffed by students and workers under 25 years of age. Part-time opportunities are typically available, and employee turnover will also result in job openings. Those with a willingness to work shifts or weekends may be preferred for many opportunities.

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Newfoundland and Labrador:

    • Approximately 4,300 people work in this occupation.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 74%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 9%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 50% compared to 83% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 50% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • 38% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 62% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 34 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 34% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 66% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 24% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 48% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 11% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 7% compared to 14% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Avalon Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Avalon Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 2,610 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 78%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

      • Approximately 1,060 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 64%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 17%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 8%

    • South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

      • Approximately 1,060 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 64%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 17%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 8%

    • West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

      • Approximately 640 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 69%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 10%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 5%

  • Prince Edward IslandGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

    The prospect for employment in this occupation is good as there continues to be a shortage of workers and unfilled vacancies in the province. Employers rely on the Temporary Foreign Worker program to fill temporary jobs/vacancies in this occupation when qualified Canadian labour is not available. Employment opportunities are expected primarily from a high labour turnover rate, which can be explained by challenging working conditions and a young and mobile labour force.

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Prince Edward Island:

    • Approximately 1,750 people work in this occupation.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 71%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 10%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 9%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 52% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 48% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 41% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 59% work only part of the year, compared to 59% and 41% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 36 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 28% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 72% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 31% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 41% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 6% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

  • Nova ScotiaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

    The labour shortages that plagued the food services sector in recent years has eased considerably for some positions like food counter attendants. Even so, the large size of this occupation and regular turnover mean that opportunities occur regularly in most communities in the province.

    Prospects are good for individuals looking for work as a food counter attendant, however some conditions of employment may be a deterrent to applicants, such as long or irregular hours and seasonality.

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 10,250 people work in this occupation.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 73%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 8%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 49% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 51% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 39% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 61% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 36 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 33% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 67% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 27% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 46% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 11% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 8% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 1,160 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 82%
        • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 5%

    • Cape Breton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 1,130 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 66%
        • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 10%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Halifax Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 4,850 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 72%
        • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%

    • North Shore Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 1,910 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 77%
        • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%

    • Southern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 1,180 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 56%
        • Nursing and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 19%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 11%

  • New BrunswickModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • The level of travel activity continues to increase due to a surge in domestic tourism, which has led to greater employment demand.
    • There is some seasonality associated with this occupation and job prospects are better during the summer months.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, so flexibility is an asset. 
    • Depending on the region, some roles may require that candidates are competent in both French and English.
    • Candidates must typically complete a food safety course.

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 7,100 people work in this occupation.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 76%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 7%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 47% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 53% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 39% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 61% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 36 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 33% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 67% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 31% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 48% compared to 30% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 11% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 16% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Campbellton–Miramichi Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

      • Approximately 1,530 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 76%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 9%

    • Edmundston–Woodstock Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

      • Approximately 540 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 73%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 10%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 7%

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 1,380 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 79%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 5%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 5%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 2,020 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 80%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 6%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 1,630 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 75%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 10%
        • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 8%

  • QuebecLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

    Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

    The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

    On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Quebec:

    • Approximately 80,700 people work in this occupation.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 68%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 6%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 43% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 56% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 37% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 63% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 34 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 41% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 59% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 34% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 35% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Abitibi-Témiscamingue Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

      • Approximately 1,410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 56%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 18%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 1,820 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 49%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 16%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 13%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 7,170 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 63%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 13%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 2,310 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 62%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 4,060 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 61%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 15%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 11%

    • Côte-Nord Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Approximately 1,210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 59%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 14%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%

    • Estrie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 2,830 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 63%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%

    • Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

      • Approximately 750 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 48%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 15%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 12%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%
        • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 7%

    • Lanaudière Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 5,500 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 64%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 9%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 5%

    • Laurentides Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 6,320 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 74%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Laval Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 43,930 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 3,120 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 76%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 5%

    • Montréal Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 43,930 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 14,830 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 64%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 5%

    • Nord-du-Québec Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 59%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 14%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%

    • Outaouais Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 3,190 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 63%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 13%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends influencing the food service sector, in particular fast food, where most jobs in this occupational group are located. This industry is characterized by a competitive business environment and low profit margins, resulting in high turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could foster employment in fast-food restaurants, at the expense of full-service restaurants and drinking places, which would be favourable to this occupation.

      On the contrary, increased use of kiosks and mobile applications could reduce demand for counter services.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

      • Approximately 2,150 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 59%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 10%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%

  • OntarioLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • Majority employed in restaurants, especially limited-service eating places
    • Health care, mainly nursing and residential care facilities are also key employers

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • Employee turnover should result in some job openings, as this is an entry-level occupation with a younger workforce and a high degree of part-time work
    • However, consumer spending in restaurants is expected to be constrained due to economic uncertainty
    • There could also be a fair amount of competition for jobs given weaker hiring activities by employers
    • Investments in new nursing and long-term care facilities in Ontario could create some opportunities

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Ontario:

    • Approximately 145,000 people work in this occupation.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 74%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 8%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 37% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 63% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 37% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 63% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 34 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 35% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 65% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 27% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 44% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 9% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 17,720 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 77%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 4,200 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 70%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 12%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 15,070 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 71%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 7%

    • London Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the London region:

      • Approximately 9,110 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 76%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
        • Motor vehicle, body, trailer and parts manufacturing (NAICS 3361-3363): 5%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 4,910 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 55%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 25%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Northeast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 4,980 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 66%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 12%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Northwest Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Northwest region:

      • Approximately 1,740 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 68%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 14%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Ottawa Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 16,140 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 76%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 2,270 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 64%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 18%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%

    • Toronto Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 60,120 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 74%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 8%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 8,740 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 75%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

  • ManitobaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Demand for this occupation is driven by consumer spending, tourism, and high employee turnover.
    • Key trends in this occupation include automation of routine tasks using self-service kiosks, QR coded menus, and mobile ordering apps. 
    • Advanced automation and artificial intelligence (AI) such as robotic fry cooks and AI -enabled coffee machines, and automated inventory management are also increasing. 
    • Delivery-centred ghost kitchens eliminate the role of counter attendants.

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 12,450 people work in this occupation.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 69%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 8%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 41% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 59% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 41% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 59% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 36 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 33% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 67% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 27% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 46% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 9% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Interlake Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Interlake region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Interlake region:

      • Approximately 720 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 64%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 11%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • North Central Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the North Central region:

      • Approximately 900 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 53%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 25%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 12%

    • North Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the North region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the North region:

      • Approximately 740 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 72%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

    • Parklands Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Parklands region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Parklands region:

      • Approximately 740 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 72%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

    • South Central Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the South Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the South Central region:

      • Approximately 900 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 53%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 25%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 12%

    • Southeast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Southeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Southeast region:

      • Approximately 1,090 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 67%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 16%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Southwest region:

      • Approximately 1,120 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 61%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 14%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%

    • Winnipeg Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 8,090 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 70%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

  • SaskatchewanModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Labour shortages and above average turnover rates may improve job opportunities for this occupation in the near term. 
    • Use of food delivery services may negatively affect the number of people going to local establishments.
    • With many restaurants typically sourcing 30 to 35 per cent of their products from the States, tariffs may impact already thin profit margins of restaurant operators and limit hiring opportunities for this occupation.

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 10,550 people work in this occupation.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 68%
      • Hospitals (NAICS 622): 11%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 41% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 59% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 41% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 59% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 36 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 34% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 66% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 26% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 47% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 10% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Northern Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Northern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Northern region:

      • Approximately 1,520 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 63%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 15%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Prince Albert Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Prince Albert region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Prince Albert region:

      • Approximately 1,520 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 63%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 15%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 3,600 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 72%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 9%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 4,050 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 70%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 8%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

      • Approximately 840 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 64%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 15%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 13%

    • Yorkton–Melville Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Yorkton - Melville region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Yorkton - Melville region:

      • Approximately 530 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 65%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 13%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 13%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

  • AlbertaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
    • Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions. 
    • Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.
    • Employment opportunities for this occupation are moderate, as economic uncertainty may curb discretionary spending and population growth is expected to slow down over the next few years.

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Alberta:

    • Approximately 43,500 people work in this occupation.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 76%
      • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 6%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 42% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 57% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 36% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 64% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 34 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 36% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 64% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 24% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 48% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 11% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 10% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
      • Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions. 
      • Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.
      • Employment opportunities for this occupation are moderate, as economic uncertainty may curb discretionary spending and population growth is expected to slow down over the next few years.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 74%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 5%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

    • Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
      • Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions. 
      • Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.
      • Employment opportunities for this occupation are moderate, as economic uncertainty may curb discretionary spending and population growth is expected to slow down over the next few years.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

      • Approximately 3,580 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 74%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 7%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 5%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

    • Calgary Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
      • Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions. 
      • Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.
      • Employment opportunities for this occupation are moderate, as economic uncertainty may curb discretionary spending and population growth is expected to slow down over the next few years.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 16,820 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 77%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

    • Camrose–Drumheller Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
      • Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions. 
      • Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.
      • Employment opportunities for this occupation are moderate, as economic uncertainty may curb discretionary spending and population growth is expected to slow down over the next few years.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

      • Approximately 2,270 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 67%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 12%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 11%

    • Edmonton Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
      • Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions. 
      • Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.
      • Employment opportunities for this occupation are moderate, as economic uncertainty may curb discretionary spending and population growth is expected to slow down over the next few years.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 15,100 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 81%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
      • Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions. 
      • Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.
      • Employment opportunities for this occupation are moderate, as economic uncertainty may curb discretionary spending and population growth is expected to slow down over the next few years.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 3,190 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 75%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 12%

    • Red Deer Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
      • Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions. 
      • Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.
      • Employment opportunities for this occupation are moderate, as economic uncertainty may curb discretionary spending and population growth is expected to slow down over the next few years.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Red Deer region:

      • Approximately 2,060 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 75%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 7%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

    • Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • The accommodation and food services industry had the highest job vacancy rate among industries in the province over the first half of 2025, indicating that there are employment opportunities going unfilled.
      • Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions. 
      • Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.
      • Employment opportunities for this occupation are moderate, as economic uncertainty may curb discretionary spending and population growth is expected to slow down over the next few years.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

      • Approximately 1,230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 82%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

  • British ColumbiaLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.

    Consumer spending and behavior influence establishments and services. 

    Institutions, like hospitals, care homes, and school and business cafeterias provide a more stable demand. 

    The food services industry is characterized by entry-level positions and high employee turnover. 

    Key trends for this occupation include contactless ordering and payment, artificial intelligence (AI) used to analyze data for and inventory management and waste reduction, kitchen automation for repetitive tasks, and delivery-centred ghost kitchens.

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 55,300 people work in this occupation.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 77%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 39% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 61% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 34% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 66% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 34 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 35% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 65% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 26% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 47% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 10% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 9% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Cariboo region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Cariboo region:

      • Approximately 1,500 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 76%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 5%

    • Kootenay Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Kootenay region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Kootenay region:

      • Approximately 1,690 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 65%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 10%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%
        • Ambulatory health care services and hospitals (NAICS 621-622): 6%

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 33,620 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 79%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 8%

    • Nechako Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Nechako region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Nechako region:

      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 62%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 14%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

    • North Coast Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the North Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the North Coast region:

      • Approximately 860 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 62%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 14%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 6%

    • Northeast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 840 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 84%

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 6,740 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 72%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 9%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 7%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 10,930 people work in this occupation.
      • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 72%
        • Nursing and residential care facilities and social assistance (NAICS 623-624): 10%
        • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%

  • Yukon TerritoryModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Yukon for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Most job opportunities in this occupation are in the Whitehorse area.
    • For employees and prospective employees in these occupations in the tourism industry, The Yukon Tourism Training Fund provides grants for short term training.
    • In the Yukon, this occupation can be employed to support the workforce in industrial settings, such as at mining camps.
    • The Government of Yukon forecasts 58 additional vacancies in food support occupations in 2025 or 2026 (Government of Yukon, 2025).

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Yukon:

    • Approximately 450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Tourism & Culture (NAICS 51, 71-72): 71%
      • Health care and social services (NAICS 62): 10%
      • Wholesale and Retail Trade (NAICS 41, 44-45): 8%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 67% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 33% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 44% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 56% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 37 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations are self-employed compared to an average of 14% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 37% compared to 49% for all occupations
      • Women: 63% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 21% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 32% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 22% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 15% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

  • Northwest TerritoriesModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Northwest Territories for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Most job opportunities in this occupation are in the Yellowknife area.
    • Employers in Yellowknife have struggled to fill vacancies in this occupation in 2025.
    • In the Northwest Territories, this occupation can be employed to support the workforce in industrial settings, such as at mining camps.
    • From 2021-2040, 202 job openings are forecast for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Northwest Territories (Government of Northwest Territories, May 2023).

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Northwest Territories:

    • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Tourism & Culture (NAICS 51, 71-72): 71%
      • Health care and social services (NAICS 62): 10%
      • Wholesale and Retail Trade (NAICS 41, 44-45): 8%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 50% compared to 88% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 50% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • 35% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 65% work only part of the year, compared to 71% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 32 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 49% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 51% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 50% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 31% compared to 26% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 9% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 6% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: less than 5% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

  • NunavutLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in Nunavut for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Job opportunities in this occupation are spread throughout Nunavut.
    • In Nunavut, this occupation can be employed to support the workforce in industrial settings, such as at mining camps.

    Here are some key facts about food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in Nunavut:

    • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Tourism & Culture (NAICS 51, 71-72): 71%
      • Health care and social services (NAICS 62): 10%
      • Wholesale and Retail Trade (NAICS 41, 44-45): 8%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 63% compared to 87% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 38% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • 38% of food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations work all year, while 63% work only part of the year, compared to 72% and 28% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 32 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 43% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 56% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 65% compared to 37% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 17% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 13% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: n/a
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

Related links

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