Job outlooks for Food and beverage servers

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Occupation

waiter/waitress (65200)

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These outlooks were updated on December 10, 2025.

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  • Newfoundland and LabradorModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities may vary depending on the time of the year.

    This is a large occupation characterized by a younger workforce, relatively low requirements for qualification, low wages, and high rates of turnover. Job vacancy rates in the provincial food and beverage services industry have been higher than they were prior to the pandemic, a sign that this industry is having greater difficulty finding workers. Those willing to work a flexible schedule will increase their job potential.

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in Newfoundland and Labrador:

    • Approximately 1,950 people work in this occupation.
    • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 80%
      • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 17%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 42% compared to 83% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 57% compared to 17% for all occupations
    • 23% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 77% 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 30 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food and beverage servers are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 21% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 79% compared to 49% 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: 55% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 12% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 13% compared to 14% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Avalon Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Avalon Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities may vary depending on the time of the year.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Avalon Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 1,250 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 85%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 13%

    • Notre Dame-Central-Bonavista Bay Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities may vary depending on the time of the year.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 80%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 20%

    • South Coast–Burin Peninsula Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities may vary depending on the time of the year.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the South Coast - Burin Peninsula and Notre Dame - Central Bonavista Bay regions:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 80%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 20%

    • West Coast–Northern Peninsula–Labrador Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities may vary depending on the time of the year.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the West Coast - Northern Peninsula - Labrador region:

      • Approximately 210 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 72%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 28%

  • Prince Edward IslandModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

    The demand for workers in this occupation is influenced by economic conditions and business activity. Prince Edward Island's economy is projected to expand at a modest pace over the forecast horizon, constrained by slower population growth and ongoing trade uncertainties. Declining interest rates are expected to further support domestic spending and housing demand. However, the federal reduction in immigration targets has led to a marked decline in international arrivals, a slowdown that is anticipated to moderate consumer demand and labour force growth. Over the longer term, reduced immigration presents a key risk to the province's economic outlook.  

    There were considerable gains in tourist traffic in 2025 as well as another strong cruise ship season which generated significant economic spin-offs in the sector. Looking forward, the Island's tourism sector is expected to maintain its momentum thanks in part to a new five-year growth strategy introduced in 2024. The plan aims to expand tourism activity in the province and generate more visitor traffic during the shoulder and winter seasons. This in turn should contribute to improved job prospects over the forecast period. 

    Food and beverage servers may be required to work various shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays, so flexibility is an asset. This occupation is a good source of employment opportunities for students during the busy tourist season. There are recruitment problems in this occupation. While it is relatively easy to access this occupation, many servers leave it as soon as they find employment that offers better working conditions. The traditional pool of candidates is shrinking owing to wages that are less and less competitive in a growing labour market and the demographic decline of the number of young people.

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in Prince Edward Island:

    • Approximately 750 people work in this occupation.
    • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 87%
      • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 9%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 39% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 61% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 26% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 74% 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 31 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food and beverage servers are self-employed compared to an average of 13% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 20% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 80% compared to 49% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 18% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 45% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 24% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

  • Nova ScotiaGood

    The employment outlook will be Good for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in Nova Scotia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

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

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

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in Nova Scotia:

    • Approximately 4,000 people work in this occupation.
    • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 86%
      • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 8%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 47% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 53% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 17% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 83% 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 30 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food and beverage servers are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 21% compared to 51% for all occupations
      • Women: 79% 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: 49% compared to 27% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 15% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 19% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Annapolis Valley Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Annapolis Valley region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a 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.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Annapolis Valley region:

      • Approximately 370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 86%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 5%

    • Cape Breton Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Cape Breton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a 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.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Cape Breton region:

      • Approximately 410 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 79%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 10%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 10%

    • Halifax Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Halifax region:

      • Approximately 2,300 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 87%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 8%

    • North Shore Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the North Shore region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a 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.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the North Shore region:

      • Approximately 360 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 92%

    • Southern Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Southern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
      • A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a 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.

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Southern region:

      • Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 81%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 14%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

  • New BrunswickModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in New Brunswick for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • There is some seasonality in this occupation with job prospects better during the spring to summer months. Food and beverage servers may be required to work various shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays; so, flexibility is an asset. This occupation is a  source of employment opportunities for students during the summer tourism season. There is also a heavy reliance on tips and gratuities for this occupation.
    • Servers must possess sufficient product knowledge as to be able to advise on menu selections and to make recommendations regarding food and beverage pairings. Depending on the region, some roles may require a level of comfort with both French and English.
    • Candidates must typically complete food safety and responsible beverage service courses.

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in New Brunswick:

    • Approximately 2,050 people work in this occupation.
    • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 89%
      • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 40% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 60% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 23% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 77% 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 32 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 17% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 83% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 17% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 51% compared to 30% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 13% compared to 23% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 12% compared to 16% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Campbellton–Miramichi Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Campbellton - Miramichi region:

      • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 92%

    • Edmundston–Woodstock Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

      • Approximately 170 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 94%

    • Fredericton–Oromocto Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Fredericton - Oromocto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Fredericton - Oromocto region:

      • Approximately 420 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 89%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 9%

    • Moncton–Richibucto Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Moncton - Richibucto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

      • Approximately 700 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 92%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 7%

    • Saint John–St. Stephen Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Additional information is available at the provincial level.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

      • Approximately 550 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 89%
        • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 6%

  • QuebecVery limited

    The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in Quebec for the 2025-2027 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.

    Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

    The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

    However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in Quebec:

    • Approximately 35,600 people work in this occupation.
    • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 90%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 45% compared to 82% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 55% compared to 18% for all occupations
    • 20% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 80% 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 28 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food and beverage servers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 27% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 73% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 20% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 34% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 13% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 24% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 7% 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 food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Abitibi - Témiscamingue region:

      • Approximately 490 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Bas-Saint-Laurent Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region:

      • Approximately 700 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Capitale-Nationale Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Capitale-Nationale region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Capitale-Nationale region:

      • Approximately 3,920 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%

    • Centre-du-Québec Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Centre-du-Québec region:

      • Approximately 1,020 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Chaudière-Appalaches Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Chaudière - Appalaches region for the 2025-2027 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Chaudière - Appalaches region:

      • Approximately 1,950 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Côte-Nord Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Estrie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Estrie region for the 2025-2027 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Estrie region:

      • Approximately 1,780 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Gaspésie - Îles-de-la-Madeleine region:

      • Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Lanaudière Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Lanaudière region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Lanaudière region:

      • Approximately 1,730 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

    • Laurentides Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Laurentides region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Laurentides region:

      • Approximately 2,290 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Laval Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region, for the 2025-2027 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.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal, including the Laval region,:

      • Approximately 11,910 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Mauricie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Mauricie region for the 2025-2027 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 small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Mauricie region:

      • Approximately 1,320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Montréal Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the census metropolitan area of Montréal for the 2025-2027 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.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the census metropolitan area of Montréal:

      • Approximately 11,910 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.

    • Montérégie Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Montérégie region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Montérégie region:

      • Approximately 6,750 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

    • Nord-du-Québec Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions for the 2025-2027 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 several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Côte-Nord and Nord-du-Québec regions:

      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Outaouais Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Outaouais region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Outaouais region:

      • Approximately 1,980 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

    • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2025-2027 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.

      Employment in this occupation depends on trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, which lead to significant firm turnover.

      The recent population growth, driven by immigration, and an improved tourism outlook are contributing to expanding the food services clientele. However, in the context of the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, consumers tend to reduce non-essential spending and favour more affordable options, such as take-out meals or limited-service counters. This development could curb demand for full-service restaurants and drinking places, where most jobs related to this occupation are concentrated.

      However, the increasing integration of technologies, such as kiosks, automated management systems, and robot assistants, are redefining methods of working. Without replacing employees, these tools reduce physical tasks and improve efficiency, which change the required skills, particularly in customer service and technological adaptability.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

      • Approximately 1,030 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

  • OntarioLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    What Types of Employers Are Out There?

    • Restaurants, particularly full-service, bars, and banquet halls
    • Hotels, motels and resorts
    • Sports and recreational establishments such as golf courses

    What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

    • In general, employee turnover may create job openings, as this is an entry-level occupation with a younger workforce
    • However, consumer spending in restaurants is expected to be constrained due to economic uncertainty
    • There could also be a fair amount of competition for jobs given weaker hiring activities by employers

    What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

    • Sommeliers or wine stewards may require courses and experience in wine selection
    • Smart Serve certification is required for employees that serve, deliver, or handle alcohol in Ontario

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in Ontario:

    • Approximately 63,400 people work in this occupation.
    • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 87%
      • Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 5%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 38% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 62% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 16% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 84% 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 25 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food and beverage servers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 25% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 75% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 13% compared to 9% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 47% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 18% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 16% compared to 24% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 13% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Hamilton - Niagara Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 8,320 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%

    • Kingston–Pembroke Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

      • Approximately 2,100 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

    • Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Kitchener - Waterloo - Barrie region:

      • Approximately 6,540 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • London Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the London region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the London region:

      • Approximately 3,070 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

    • Muskoka–Kawarthas Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Muskoka - Kawarthas region:

      • Approximately 2,060 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

    • Northeast Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 1,610 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

    • Northwest Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Northwest region for the 2025-2027 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Northwest region:

      • Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

    • Ottawa Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Ottawa region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Ottawa region:

      • Approximately 6,810 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

    • Stratford–Bruce Peninsula Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Stratford - Bruce Peninsula region:

      • Approximately 730 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 87%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 10%

    • Toronto Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Toronto region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Toronto region:

      • Approximately 28,740 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%

    • Windsor-Sarnia Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Windsor - Sarnia region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Windsor - Sarnia region:

      • Approximately 2,380 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 87%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

  • ManitobaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Demand for this occupation is driven by consumer spending, tourism, and high employee turnover.
    • Key trends in this occupation include automation of routine tasks using self-service kiosks, QR coded menus, and mobile ordering apps. Artificial intelligence (AI) is used to analyze customer data to provide personalized recommendations and offers. Hybrid experiences offer dining in, online ordering, and third-party delivery.

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in Manitoba:

    • Approximately 6,100 people work in this occupation.
    • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 84%
      • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 7%
      • Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 26% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 74% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 22% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 78% 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 30 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food and beverage servers are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 18% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 82% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 17% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 59% compared to 31% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 6% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 11% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Interlake Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Interlake region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Interlake region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 77%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 23%

    • North Central Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the North Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the North Central region:

      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 85%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 15%

    • North Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the North region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the North region:

      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Parklands Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Parklands region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Parklands region:

      • Approximately 230 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers 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 food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the South Central region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the South Central region:

      • Approximately 320 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 85%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 15%

    • Southeast Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Southeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • 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.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Southeast region:

      • Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 93%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

    • Southwest Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Southwest region:

      • Approximately 600 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 89%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 11%

    • Winnipeg Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Winnipeg region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Winnipeg region:

      • Approximately 3,960 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

  • SaskatchewanModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in Saskatchewan:

    • Approximately 4,850 people work in this occupation.
    • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 83%
      • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 8%
      • Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 37% compared to 81% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 63% compared to 19% for all occupations
    • 26% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 74% 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 32 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food and beverage servers are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 18% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 82% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 17% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 56% compared to 33% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 15% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 8% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 12% compared to 18% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Northern Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Northern region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Northern region:

      • Approximately 520 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

    • Prince Albert Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Prince Albert region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Prince Albert region:

      • Approximately 520 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

    • Regina–Moose Mountain Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Regina - Moose Mountain region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Regina - Moose Mountain region:

      • Approximately 1,700 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 93%

    • Saskatoon–Biggar Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Saskatoon - Biggar region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Saskatoon - Biggar region:

      • Approximately 2,010 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 89%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

    • Swift Current–Moose Jaw Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Swift Current - Moose Jaw region:

      • Approximately 380 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%

    • Yorkton–Melville Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Yorkton - Melville region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Yorkton - Melville region:

      • Approximately 270 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

  • AlbertaModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in Alberta for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Alberta's restaurant and hospitality industry continues to expand, particularly in high-traffic areas like Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, and Jasper. As tourism rebounds and dining activity increases, food and beverage servers are in steady demand across restaurants, hotels, resorts, and event venues. These roles are often entry-level and experience high turnover, which creates frequent job openings even when overall employment growth is modest.

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in Alberta:

    • Approximately 23,600 people work in this occupation.
    • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 85%
      • Arts, entertainment and recreation (NAICS 71): 7%
      • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 7%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 37% compared to 80% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 63% compared to 20% for all occupations
    • 18% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 82% 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 29 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food and beverage servers are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 19% compared to 53% for all occupations
      • Women: 81% compared to 47% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 12% compared to 10% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 55% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 5% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 13% compared to 21% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 9% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Athabasca–Grande Prairie–Peace River Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Alberta's restaurant and hospitality industry continues to expand, particularly in high-traffic areas like Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, and Jasper. As tourism rebounds and dining activity increases, food and beverage servers are in steady demand across restaurants, hotels, resorts, and event venues. These roles are often entry-level and experience high turnover, which creates frequent job openings even when overall employment growth is modest.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Athabasca - Grande Prairie - Peace River region:

      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%

    • Banff–Jasper–Rocky Mountain House Region Good

      The employment outlook will be Good for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to 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.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Alberta's restaurant and hospitality industry continues to expand, particularly in high-traffic areas like Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, and Jasper. As tourism rebounds and dining activity increases, food and beverage servers are in steady demand across restaurants, hotels, resorts, and event venues. These roles are often entry-level and experience high turnover, which creates frequent job openings even when overall employment growth is modest.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Banff - Jasper - Rocky Mountain House region:

      • Approximately 1,600 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%

    • Calgary Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Calgary region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Alberta's restaurant and hospitality industry continues to expand, particularly in high-traffic areas like Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, and Jasper. As tourism rebounds and dining activity increases, food and beverage servers are in steady demand across restaurants, hotels, resorts, and event venues. These roles are often entry-level and experience high turnover, which creates frequent job openings even when overall employment growth is modest.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Calgary region:

      • Approximately 11,120 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

    • Camrose–Drumheller Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Camrose - Drumheller region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Alberta's restaurant and hospitality industry continues to expand, particularly in high-traffic areas like Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, and Jasper. As tourism rebounds and dining activity increases, food and beverage servers are in steady demand across restaurants, hotels, resorts, and event venues. These roles are often entry-level and experience high turnover, which creates frequent job openings even when overall employment growth is modest.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Camrose - Drumheller region:

      • Approximately 480 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 92%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 8%

    • Edmonton Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Edmonton region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Alberta's restaurant and hospitality industry continues to expand, particularly in high-traffic areas like Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, and Jasper. As tourism rebounds and dining activity increases, food and beverage servers are in steady demand across restaurants, hotels, resorts, and event venues. These roles are often entry-level and experience high turnover, which creates frequent job openings even when overall employment growth is modest.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Edmonton region:

      • Approximately 7,380 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 5%

    • Lethbridge–Medicine Hat Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Alberta's restaurant and hospitality industry continues to expand, particularly in high-traffic areas like Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, and Jasper. As tourism rebounds and dining activity increases, food and beverage servers are in steady demand across restaurants, hotels, resorts, and event venues. These roles are often entry-level and experience high turnover, which creates frequent job openings even when overall employment growth is modest.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

      • Approximately 1,540 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 93%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 7%

    • Red Deer Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Red Deer region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Alberta's restaurant and hospitality industry continues to expand, particularly in high-traffic areas like Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, and Jasper. As tourism rebounds and dining activity increases, food and beverage servers are in steady demand across restaurants, hotels, resorts, and event venues. These roles are often entry-level and experience high turnover, which creates frequent job openings even when overall employment growth is modest.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Red Deer region:

      • Approximately 820 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 95%

    • Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Moderate

      The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

      • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
      • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
      • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
      • Alberta's restaurant and hospitality industry continues to expand, particularly in high-traffic areas like Calgary, Edmonton, Banff, and Jasper. As tourism rebounds and dining activity increases, food and beverage servers are in steady demand across restaurants, hotels, resorts, and event venues. These roles are often entry-level and experience high turnover, which creates frequent job openings even when overall employment growth is modest.

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Wood Buffalo - Cold Lake region:

      • Approximately 370 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 79%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 21%

  • British ColumbiaLimited

    The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Consumer spending and behavior influence establishments and services. 

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

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

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in British Columbia:

    • Approximately 30,900 people work in this occupation.
    • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
      • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 88%
    • The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:
      • Full-time workers: 36% compared to 78% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 64% compared to 22% for all occupations
    • 21% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 79% 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 31 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.
    • Less than 5% of food and beverage servers are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 21% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 79% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 13% compared to 8% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 52% compared to 28% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 6% compared to 13% for all occupations
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 14% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 14% compared to 22% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations

    Regional outlooks

    • Cariboo Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Cariboo region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Cariboo region:

      • Approximately 480 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Kootenay Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Kootenay region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Kootenay region:

      • Approximately 770 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 89%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%

    • Lower Mainland–Southwest Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Lower Mainland - Southwest region:

      • Approximately 19,040 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

    • Nechako Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Nechako region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Nechako region:

      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • North Coast Region Very limited

      The employment outlook will be Very limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the North Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the North Coast region:

      • Approximately 240 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): more than 95%

    • Northeast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Northeast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Northeast region:

      • Approximately 250 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 91%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 9%

    • Thompson–Okanagan Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Thompson - Okanagan region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Thompson - Okanagan region:

      • Approximately 3,770 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 88%
        • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

    • Vancouver Island and Coast Region Limited

      The employment outlook will be Limited for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Vancouver Island and Coast region for the 2025-2027 period.

      The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

      Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in the Vancouver Island and Coast region:

      • Approximately 5,970 people work in this occupation.
      • Food and beverage servers mainly work in the following sectors:
        • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

  • Yukon TerritoryModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in Yukon for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in Yukon:

    • Approximately 100 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Food and beverage servers 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: 50% compared to 84% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 50% compared to 16% for all occupations
    • 15% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 85% 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 31 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 30% compared to 49% for all occupations
      • Women: 70% compared to 51% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 23% compared to 11% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 38% compared to 25% for all occupations
      • apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
      • college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 19% compared to 20% for all occupations
      • bachelor's degree: 15% compared to 19% for all occupations
      • university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a

  • Northwest TerritoriesModerate

    The employment outlook will be Moderate for food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in Northwest Territories for the 2025-2027 period.

    The following factors contributed to this outlook:

    • Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
    • Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
    • There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
    • High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
    • Most job opportunities in this occupation are in the Yellowknife area.
    • Employers in Yellowknife have struggled to fill vacancies in this occupation in 2025.
    • From 2021-2040, 115 job openings are forecast for food and beverage servers in the Northwest Territories (Government of Northwest Territories, May 2023).

    Here are some key facts about food and beverage servers in Northwest Territories:

    • Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
    • Food and beverage servers 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: 44% compared to 88% for all occupations
      • Part-time workers: 56% compared to 12% for all occupations
    • 44% of food and beverage servers work all year, while 56% 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 39 weeks compared to 44 weeks for all occupations.
    • 17% of food and beverage servers are self-employed compared to an average of 7% for all occupations.
    • The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
      • Men: 18% compared to 52% for all occupations
      • Women: 82% compared to 48% for all occupations
    • The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
      • no high school diploma: 31% compared to 17% for all occupations
      • high school diploma or equivalent: 44% 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.

Related links

Canadian Occupational Projection System (COPS) - Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Labour Market Information Survey
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