Job prospects Food Service Supervisor in the Centre-du-Québec Region

Over the past few years (2022-2024), there was a labour shortage for Food service supervisors in the Centre-du-Québec Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be Limited for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) in the Centre-du-Québec region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Employment in this occupation is closely linked to the trends that affect the food services sector. This industry is characterized by a highly competitive business environment and low profit margins, leading to significant business turnover. However, some positions are found in more stable environments, such as cafeterias in hospitals, schools or corporate institutions.

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

Furthermore, the increasing integration of digital and automated technologies is transforming industry practices, requiring adaptability and continuing professional development.

Here are some key facts about food service supervisors in the Centre-du-Québec region:

• Approximately 570 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 19%
  • Machinery manufacturing (NAICS 333): 8%
  • Miscellaneous manufacturing (NAICS 339): 7%
  • Wood product manufacturing (NAICS 321): 6%
  • Management and Administrative Services (NAICS 55-56): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology