Food service supervisors in Outaouais

The employment outlook will be Limited for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) 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 small 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 Outaouais region:

• Approximately 1,010 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 38%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 28%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 7%