Job outlooks for Restaurant and food service managers

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These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

Occupation

restaurant manager (60030)

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Newfoundland and LabradorModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

The vast majority of restaurant and food service managers work in full-service and limited-service restaurants and in special food services such as catering companies. Traditionally, there is considerable movement in this occupation, resulting in some new employment opportunities for restaurant and food service managers. The number of persons employed tends to be higher during the tourist season. Consequently, job openings may be seasonal or for part of the year. Job prospects will be more favourable for individuals with managerial experience working in high volume restaurant operations and who are willing to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in Newfoundland and Labrador:

  • Approximately 1,200 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 94%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 83% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 17% for all occupations
  • 63% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 37% 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 43 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
  • 28% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 47% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 53% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 10% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 39% compared to 27% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 12% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 21% compared to 23% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 15% 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 Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 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.

Additional information is available at the provincial level.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Avalon Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 710 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 95%

Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2024-2026 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 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 91%

South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2024-2026 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 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

  • Approximately 390 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 91%

West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2024-2026 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 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

  • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 94%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

Prince Edward IslandModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in Prince Edward Island for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Following a strong post-pandemic recovery in 2022, the Island's tourism sector experienced a solid season in 2024 with considerable gains in tourist traffic (particularly by way of the Confederation Bridge and air). Furthermore, the Island welcomed a record number of cruise ships which generated significant economic spin-offs in the sector. Tourism activity is expected to be favourable over the forecast period.


The Island economy is projected to expand at a respectable pace over the forecast period which should support employment growth in this occupation. This is based on the expectation that interest rates will continue to fall which will encourage more consumer spending and business investment. Population growth has been, and continues to be, a key economic driver supporting employment in the sector. However, the announcement by the federal government to reduce immigration targets will mean a slowdown in population growth over the forecast period. Although the impact of this policy is uncertain at this time, it could have a moderating affect on employment growth. Employment demand for this occupation is subject to considerable seasonality, with strongest demand for workers during the busy tourism months.


This is a relatively large occupational group in P.E.I. Continued growth in the province's overall economy will be a driving factor for new employment opportunities. Traditionally, there is considerable movement in this occupation, resulting in some new employment opportunities for restaurant and food service managers. The number of persons employed tends to be higher during the tourist season. Consequently, job openings may be seasonal or for part of the year. Those interested in establishing their own business may wish to explore investment opportunities.


The vast majority of restaurant and food service managers work in full-service and limited-service restaurants and in special food services such as catering companies. Job prospects for restaurant and food service managers are sensitive to consumer spending which is dependent on economic conditions.


The majority of job openings will result from the need to replace workers who leave their jobs due to turnover. Job prospects will be more favourable for individuals with managerial experience working in high volume restaurant operations and who are willing to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays. Generally, employment opportunities within this occupation are less favourable in the winter months.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in Prince Edward Island:

  • Approximately 350 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 92%
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 6%
  • 46% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 54% 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 39 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
  • 35% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 47% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 53% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 6% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 35% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 21% compared to 25% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 21% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 9% compared to 8% for all occupations

Nova ScotiaGood

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in Nova Scotia for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Vacancies in this occupation are often filled through internal promotions. However, due in part to the shortage of workers in food services, public job postings have become more common. Though industry growth has typically been stronger in Halifax due to stronger population growth, turnover and retirements will also continue to drive demand for this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in Nova Scotia:

  • Approximately 2,150 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 92%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 82% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 18% for all occupations
  • 59% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 41% 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 43 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 36% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 47% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • Women: 53% compared to 49% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 10% compared to 10% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 37% compared to 27% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 22% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 20% 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 Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2024-2026 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 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Annapolis Valley region:

  • Approximately 450 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 92%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

Cape Breton Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Cape Breton region for the 2024-2026 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 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Cape Breton region:

  • Approximately 500 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 93%

Halifax Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Halifax region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Halifax region:

  • Approximately 1,080 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 95%

North Shore Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the North Shore region for the 2024-2026 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 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the North Shore region:

  • Approximately 540 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): more than 95%

Southern Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Southern region for the 2024-2026 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 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Southern region:

  • Approximately 370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 93%
    • Fishing, hunting and trapping (NAICS 114): 7%

New BrunswickModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in New Brunswick for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
  • Historically, there has been a fair amount of turnover in this occupation and the majority of job openings result from the need to fill those vacancies. At the same time, however, competition for these openings is expected to be relatively high.
  • Job prospects will be greater for individuals who have extensive experience working in high-volume restaurant operations and who are willing to do shift work, including weekends and holidays.
  • A willingness to work in rural areas is also considered an asset.
  • Candidates must typically complete food safety and responsible beverage service courses.
  • Generally, employment opportunities for this occupation are less favourable in the winter months, when restaurants are less busy.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in New Brunswick:

  • Approximately 2,050 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 85%
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 6%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 84% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 16% for all occupations
  • 63% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 37% 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 44 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 39% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 10% 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: 11% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 39% compared to 30% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 13% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 21% compared to 23% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 13% 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 Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
  • Historically, there has been a fair amount of turnover in this occupation and the majority of job openings result from the need to fill those vacancies. At the same time, however, competition for these openings is expected to be relatively high.
  • Job prospects will be greater for individuals who have extensive experience working in high-volume restaurant operations and who are willing to do shift work, including weekends and holidays.
  • A willingness to work in rural areas is also considered an asset.
  • Candidates must typically complete food safety and responsible beverage service courses.
  • Generally, employment opportunities for this occupation are less favourable in the winter months, when restaurants are less busy.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

  • Approximately 870 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 70%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 11%

Edmundston–Woodstock Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
  • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
  • Historically, there has been a fair amount of turnover in this occupation and the majority of job openings result from the need to fill those vacancies. At the same time, however, competition for these openings is expected to be relatively high.
  • Job prospects will be greater for individuals who have extensive experience working in high-volume restaurant operations and who are willing to do shift work, including weekends and holidays.
  • A willingness to work in rural areas is also considered an asset.
  • Candidates must typically complete food safety and responsible beverage service courses.
  • Generally, employment opportunities for this occupation are less favourable in the winter months, when restaurants are less busy.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

  • Approximately 340 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 85%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

Fredericton–Oromocto Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2024-2026 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.
  • Historically, there has been a fair amount of turnover in this occupation and the majority of job openings result from the need to fill those vacancies. At the same time, however, competition for these openings is expected to be relatively high.
  • Job prospects will be greater for individuals who have extensive experience working in high-volume restaurant operations and who are willing to do shift work, including weekends and holidays.
  • A willingness to work in rural areas is also considered an asset.
  • Candidates must typically complete food safety and responsible beverage service courses.
  • Generally, employment opportunities for this occupation are less favourable in the winter months, when restaurants are less busy.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

  • Approximately 520 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 95%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

Moncton–Richibucto Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2024-2026 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.
  • Historically, there has been a fair amount of turnover in this occupation and the majority of job openings result from the need to fill those vacancies. At the same time, however, competition for these openings is expected to be relatively high.
  • Job prospects will be greater for individuals who have extensive experience working in high-volume restaurant operations and who are willing to do shift work, including weekends and holidays.
  • A willingness to work in rural areas is also considered an asset.
  • Candidates must typically complete food safety and responsible beverage service courses.
  • Generally, employment opportunities for this occupation are less favourable in the winter months, when restaurants are less busy.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

  • Approximately 610 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 95%

Saint John–St. Stephen Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 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.
  • Historically, there has been a fair amount of turnover in this occupation and the majority of job openings result from the need to fill those vacancies. At the same time, however, competition for these openings is expected to be relatively high.
  • Job prospects will be greater for individuals who have extensive experience working in high-volume restaurant operations and who are willing to do shift work, including weekends and holidays.
  • A willingness to work in rural areas is also considered an asset.
  • Candidates must typically complete food safety and responsible beverage service courses.
  • Generally, employment opportunities for this occupation are less favourable in the winter months, when restaurants are less busy.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

  • Approximately 530 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): more than 95%

QuebecVery limited

The employment outlook will be very limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in Quebec for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few 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 Restaurant and food service managers in Quebec:

  • Approximately 16,950 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 78%
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 8%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 87% compared to 82% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 13% compared to 18% for all occupations
  • 56% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 43% 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 42 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 49% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 59% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 41% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 14% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 27% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 20% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 23% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 12% 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 Very limited

The employment outlook will be very limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

  • Approximately 610 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 74%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 18%

Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
  • A moderate number of 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

  • Approximately 900 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 83%

Capitale-Nationale Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Capitale-Nationale region:

  • Approximately 3,790 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 80%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

Centre-du-Québec Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.
  • A moderate number of 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Centre-du-Québec region:

  • Approximately 1,180 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 75%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

Chaudière-Appalaches Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

  • Approximately 2,020 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 71%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 10%

Côte-Nord Region Very limited

The employment outlook will be very limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

  • Approximately 460 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 65%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 21%
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%

Estrie Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Estrie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Estrie region:

  • Approximately 1,580 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 72%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 12%

Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

  • Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 84%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 10%

Lanaudière Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Lanaudière region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Lanaudière region:

  • Approximately 2,570 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 78%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

Laurentides Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Laurentides region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Laurentides region:

  • Approximately 3,350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 81%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

Laval Region Very limited

The employment outlook will be very limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region:

  • Approximately 20,520 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

Mauricie Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Mauricie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Mauricie region:

  • Approximately 1,420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 76%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 10%

Montréal Region Very limited

The employment outlook will be very limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

  • Approximately 20,520 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

Montérégie Region Very limited

The employment outlook will be very limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Montérégie region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Montérégie region:

  • Approximately 2,960 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 79%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

Nord-du-Québec Region Very limited

The employment outlook will be very limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
  • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 65%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 21%
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 6%

Outaouais Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Outaouais region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Outaouais region:

  • Approximately 1,810 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 78%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%

Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
  • A moderate number of 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

  • Approximately 1,240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 79%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

OntarioGood

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in Ontario for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in Ontario:

  • Approximately 43,400 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 92%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 88% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 12% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 61% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 39% 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 42 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 35% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 52% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 48% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 9% compared to 9% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 34% compared to 25% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 8% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 25% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 21% compared to 24% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 13% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 4,800 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 93%

Kingston–Pembroke Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

  • Approximately 1,790 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%

Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

  • Approximately 4,090 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

London Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the London region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the London region:

  • Approximately 1,980 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

  • Approximately 1,380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 93%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

Northeast Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Northeast region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Northeast region:

  • Approximately 1,790 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

Northwest Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Northwest region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Northwest region:

  • Approximately 730 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

Ottawa Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Ottawa region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Ottawa region:

  • Approximately 4,230 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%

Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

  • Approximately 890 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 93%

Toronto Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Toronto region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Toronto region:

  • Approximately 21,740 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%

Windsor-Sarnia Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

  • Approximately 2,080 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 93%

ManitobaModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in Manitoba for the 2024-2026 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.
  • Job vacancy rates for employment in food services and drinking places are significantly higher than the all-industry average in Manitoba. 
  • Uncertainty during the pandemic caused by closures and layoffs nudged some towards other career paths. 
  • Food services sales in Manitoba are expected to continue to grow, however, as operating costs rise, some establishments are reducing hours or limiting the number of days they are open. In 2024, eateries were seeing about 75% of the traffic they did pre-pandemic, according to the Manitoba Restaurant and Foodservices Association.


Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in Manitoba:

  • Approximately 3,050 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 91%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 90% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 10% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 63% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 37% 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 44 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 32% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 49% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 51% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 11% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 42% compared to 31% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 17% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 18% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 8% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Interlake Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Interlake region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Interlake region:

  • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

North Central Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the North Central region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the North Central region:

  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 89%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 11%

North Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the North region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the North region:

  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

Parklands Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Parklands region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Parklands region:

  • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

South Central Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the South Central region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the South Central region:

  • Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 89%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 11%

Southeast Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Southeast region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Southeast region:

  • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

Southwest Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Southwest region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Southwest region:

  • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 93%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

Winnipeg Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Winnipeg region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Winnipeg region:

  • Approximately 2,190 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

SaskatchewanModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in Saskatchewan for the 2024-2026 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.
  • Labour shortages and above average turnover rates may improve job opportunities for this occupation in the near term.
  • Downtown revitalization projects and more in-office workdays for public sector workers should increase demand and customer base for food services, improving job prospects in this occupation.
  • Over the medium-to-long term, recent high population growth will lead to increased development in several communities, including new restaurants and food service operations.
  • Small and medium-sized restaurant and food service operators continue to face cost pressures, which may temper employment growth.
  • Recent and possibly continued provincial government funding for the hospitality sector should sustain jobs for food service workers.


Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in Saskatchewan:

  • Approximately 2,850 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 91%
    • Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 5%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 92% compared to 81% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 8% compared to 19% for all occupations
  • 62% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 38% 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 43 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
  • 37% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 50% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 50% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 9% compared to 11% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 37% compared to 33% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 15% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 18% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 22% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 7% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Northern Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Northern region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Northern region:

  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%

Prince Albert Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Prince Albert region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Prince Albert region:

  • Approximately 670 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%

Regina–Moose Mountain Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

  • Approximately 920 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

Saskatoon–Biggar Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

  • Approximately 1,030 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

  • Approximately 370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 93%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

Yorkton–Melville Region Good

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Yorkton - Melville region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Yorkton - Melville region:

  • Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%

AlbertaModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in Alberta for the 2024-2026 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.
  • 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 a difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term. 


Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in Alberta:

  • Approximately 12,200 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 92%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 90% compared to 80% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 10% compared to 20% for all occupations
  • 63% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 37% 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 43 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 34% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 52% compared to 53% for all occupations
    • Women: 48% compared to 47% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 9% compared to 10% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 37% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 19% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 22% compared to 21% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%

Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2024-2026 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.
  • 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 a difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term. 
  • Many parts of the province are recovering from the 2024 wildfires, including the Town of Jasper, where 30% of the town was destroyed. Rebuilding the town may impact this occupation in the near-term.
  • The Banff-Jasper-Rocky Mountain House economic region is heavily reliant on tourism. 
  • The region is likely to continue to be a top tourist destination, driving up the need to fill related occupations. 
  • Moreover, the region had the highest job vacancy rate among economic regions in the province over the first half of 2024, indicating that there are job postings that are going unfilled.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

  • Approximately 1,280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%

Calgary Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Calgary region for the 2024-2026 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.
  • 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 a 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 good, thanks to an abundance of tourist attractions that encourage dining out. The support by both residents and tourists, create consistent demand for workers in the hospitality and food service sectors. 

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Calgary region:

  • Approximately 6,080 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

Camrose–Drumheller Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

  • Approximately 570 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

Edmonton Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Edmonton region for the 2024-2026 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.
  • 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 a 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 good, thanks to an abundance of tourist attractions that encourage dining out. The support by both residents and tourists, create consistent demand for workers in the hospitality and food service sectors. 

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Edmonton region:

  • Approximately 3,600 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

  • Approximately 920 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

Red Deer Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Red Deer region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Red Deer region:

  • Approximately 650 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2024-2026 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 Restaurant and food service managers in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

  • Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

British ColumbiaModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in British Columbia for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

The accommodation and food and sector has a high rate of employee turnover relative to other sectors.


Recruiting and retaining employees at all levels is a challenge for food service employers.


Restaurants Canada third quarter report showed that the guest count in restaurants in B.C. was almost 70% lower in summer of 2024 compared to the summer of 2023. The association cites the high cost of food and labour as some of the main challenges currently facing the sector.


Employment opportunities are influenced by consumer spending levels and the strength of the economy. Discretionary spending is expected increase in mid-2025. Lower interest rates will bring some relief to B.C. households, which are typically heavy in debt. 

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in British Columbia:

  • Approximately 17,900 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 92%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 89% compared to 78% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 11% compared to 22% for all occupations
  • 60% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 40% 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 44 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
  • 32% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 50% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 50% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: 7% compared to 8% for all occupations
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 36% compared to 28% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 13% for all occupations
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 21% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: 21% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations

Regional outlooks

Cariboo Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Cariboo region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Cariboo region:

  • Approximately 560 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

Kootenay Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Kootenay region for the 2024-2026 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Kootenay region:

  • Approximately 700 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%

Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

  • Approximately 13,080 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%

Nechako Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Nechako region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Nechako region:

  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 70%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 30%

North Coast Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the North Coast region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the North Coast region:

  • Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 70%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 30%

Northeast Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Northeast region for the 2024-2026 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.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Northeast region:

  • Approximately 260 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 93%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

Thompson–Okanagan Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

  • Approximately 1,590 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

Vancouver Island and Coast Region Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

  • Approximately 2,170 people work in this occupation.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%
    • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

Yukon TerritoryModerate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in Yukon for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
  • Several positions will become available due to retirements.
  • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Forecast growth in the Yukon's tourism industry may create higher demand for jobs in the accommodation and food services sector.

  • Overnight tourism visits to the Yukon are expected to grow by 11.6% in 2025 and 6.1% annually from 2026 to 2028 (Conference Board of Canada, 2024).
  • High vacancy rates persist for occupations in tourism industries, including jobs in the accommodation and food services sector.
  • 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 workforce in industrial settings, such as mining camps.
  • Looking beyond the forecast period, The Conference Board of Canada (2024) predicts that this occupation will be in the top fifty in terms of openings of all occupations in the Yukon from 2024 to 2045.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in Yukon:

  • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Tourism & Culture (NAICS 51, 71-72): more than 95%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 93% compared to 84% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 7% compared to 16% for all occupations
  • 54% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 46% 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 44 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
  • 38% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 14% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 52% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • Women: 48% compared to 51% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: n/a
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 28% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • bachelor's degree: n/a
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

Northwest TerritoriesGood

The employment outlook will be good for Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in Northwest Territories for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment decline will lead to the loss of some 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.
  • Since the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2023 wildfires, the Northwest Territories' accommodation and food services sector has experienced labour shortages and some restaurants have struggled to remain open. 
  • One hundred and ten jobs in demand are forecast for this occupation in the Northwest Territories from 2021-2040 (Government of Northwest Territories, 2023).
  • Infrastructure improvements may boost investment and tourism in the territory and lead to increased demand for food service occupations. For example, the federal government announced $25 million for the construction of an all-season road from Liard Highway 7 to the Prairie Creek mine. This road is expected to support investment and tourism in the area.

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in Northwest Territories:

  • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Tourism & Culture (NAICS 51, 71-72): more than 95%
  • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
    • Full-time workers: 91% compared to 88% for all occupations
    • Part-time workers: 9% compared to 12% for all occupations
  • 74% of restaurant and food service managers work all year, while 26% 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 46 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
  • 28% of restaurant and food service managers are self-employed compared to an average of 7% for all occupations.
  • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
    • Men: 52% compared to 52% for all occupations
    • Women: 48% compared to 48% for all occupations
  • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
    • no high school diploma: n/a
    • high school diploma or equivalent: 30% compared to 26% for all occupations
    • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
    • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: n/a
    • bachelor's degree: n/a
    • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

NunavutUndetermined

An employment outlook has not been assigned to this occupation in this region due to low levels of employment.

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