Bartenders in Halifax

The employment outlook will be Moderate for bartenders (NOC 64301) in the Halifax region for the 2025-2027 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

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

Here are some key facts about bartenders in the Halifax region:

• Approximately 730 people work in this occupation.
• Bartenders mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 71%
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 15%
  • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 7%
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 5%