NOC 62020: Food service supervisors

The employment outlook will be Good for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) 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.

Here are some key facts about food service supervisors in Prince Edward Island:

Approximately 350 people work in this occupation.

Food service supervisors 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: 91% compared to 84% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 9% compared to 16% for all occupations

56% of food service supervisors work all year, while 43% 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 41 weeks compared to 41 weeks for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 37% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: 63% compared to 49% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 7% compared to 11% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 34% 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: 33% compared to 25% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 21% compared to 17% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Good for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) in Nova Scotia 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.

Vacancies in this occupation are often filled through internal promotions. However, due to the shortage of workers in the food services industry, public job postings have become more common. Some employers are willing to hire new employees in a lower occupation, such as server or food counter attendant, with the intention of training for a supervisor role. Opportunities are abundant throughout the province, though hours may be part-time or irregular.

Here are some key facts about food service supervisors in Nova Scotia:

Approximately 3,550 people work in this occupation.

Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:

Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 81%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 85% compared to 82% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 15% compared to 18% for all occupations

55% of food service supervisors work all year, while 45% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 42 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

Less than 5% of food service supervisors are self-employed compared to an average of 11% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 42% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: 57% compared to 49% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 7% compared to 10% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 30% compared to 27% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 35% compared to 22% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 16% compared to 20% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 10% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) in Newfoundland and Labrador 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.

This occupation is typically filled through promotion within a restaurant. There may be a requirement to be available to work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend shifts. The demand for some restaurant services is highly sensitive to consumer discretionary spending, which is dependent on economic conditions.

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

Approximately 1,350 people work in this occupation.

Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:

Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 83%

Hospitals (NAICS 622): 5%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 83% compared to 83% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 17% compared to 17% for all occupations

59% of food service supervisors work all year, while 41% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 34% compared to 51% for all occupations

Women: 66% compared to 49% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 8% compared to 11% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 42% compared to 27% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 9% compared to 17% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 23% 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

The employment outlook will be Moderate for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) 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.

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.

These positions are often filled through internal promotions as extensive industry experience is typically preferred.

Opportunities will be greater for those who are willing to work a flexible schedule, since part-time and shift work are common, including working evenings, weekends and holidays. In general, employment opportunities are less favourable for food service supervisors in the winter months compared to peak summer periods.

Completion of food safety and responsible beverage service courses are typically required.

Here are some key facts about food service supervisors in New Brunswick:

Approximately 2,000 people work in this occupation.

Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:

Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 79%

Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 5%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 85% compared to 84% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 15% compared to 16% for all occupations

56% of food service supervisors work all year, while 43% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

Less than 5% of food service supervisors are self-employed compared to an average of 10% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 36% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: 64% compared to 48% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 7% compared to 11% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 39% compared to 30% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 31% compared to 23% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 13% compared to 16% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 7% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) in Ontario 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.

What Types of Employers Are Out There?

Majority employed in restaurants

Special food services, hospitals, and nursing and residential care facilities are also key employers

What are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?

Population growth in many areas of the province is leading to the development of new communities and food service operations

However, economic uncertainty could dampen consumer spending and delay other potential business investments in restaurants, hindering job opportunities

Investments and expansions in the health care and social assistance industry, including nursing and residential care facilities and hospitals, should be sources of job openings

What Skills Do I Need to Succeed?

Some employers in the health care setting may require special certification, such as eligibility for, or membership in the Canadian Society of Nutrition Management

Smart Serve certification is required for employees who serve, deliver, or handle alcohol in Ontario.

Here are some key facts about food service supervisors in Ontario:

Approximately 27,350 people work in this occupation.

Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:

Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 80%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 78% compared to 81% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 22% compared to 19% for all occupations

55% of food service supervisors work all year, while 45% 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 41 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

Less than 5% of food service supervisors are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 39% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: 61% compared to 48% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 10% compared to 9% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 35% 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: 26% compared to 22% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 19% compared to 24% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 13% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) in Manitoba 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.

Demand for this occupation is driven by growth in the overall food service industry, which in turn relies on food establishments, expansion of services (takeout and delivery), and institutional and event catering.

Consumer spending and behavior influence establishments and services. Institutions, like hospitals, care homes, and school and business cafeterias provide a more stable demand.

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.

Jobs are concentrated in the Parklands, North, Southwest and Winnipeg regions.

Here are some key facts about food service supervisors in Manitoba:

Approximately 2,950 people work in this occupation.

Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:

Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 79%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 81% compared to 81% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 19% compared to 19% for all occupations

53% of food service supervisors work all year, while 47% 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 41 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

Less than 5% of food service supervisors are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 37% compared to 53% for all occupations

Women: 63% compared to 47% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 8% compared to 12% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 37% compared to 31% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 10% compared to 12% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 23% compared to 17% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 18% compared to 20% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 8% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Labour shortages and above average turnover rates may improve job opportunities for this occupation in the near term.

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.

Ongoing trade uncertainty is weakening consumer and business confidence and slowing hiring as firms delay investment. Combined with subdued consumer sentiment, slower population growth, and weaker income gains are expected to dampen consumer spending.

Here are some key facts about food service supervisors in Saskatchewan:

Approximately 2,250 people work in this occupation.

Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:

Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 79%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 88% compared to 81% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 12% compared to 19% for all occupations

61% of food service supervisors work all year, while 39% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 44 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

Less than 5% of food service supervisors are self-employed compared to an average of 16% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 45% compared to 53% for all occupations

Women: 55% compared to 47% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 28% compared to 33% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 15% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 26% compared to 17% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 24% compared to 18% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 7% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Moderate for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Population growth should improve the demand for this occupation. However, restaurants remain sensitive to the discretionary spending of consumers, which is dependent on economic conditions.

Food service employers are having an increasingly difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term.

Here are some key facts about food service supervisors in Alberta:

Approximately 10,750 people work in this occupation.

Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:

Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 84%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 84% compared to 80% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 16% compared to 20% for all occupations

54% of food service supervisors work all year, while 46% 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 42 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

Less than 5% of food service supervisors are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 40% compared to 53% for all occupations

Women: 60% compared to 47% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 7% compared to 10% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 36% compared to 28% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 13% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 22% compared to 19% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 23% compared to 21% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 6% compared to 9% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Limited for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) in Quebec 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.

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 Quebec:

Approximately 10,850 people work in this occupation.

Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:

Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 35%

Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 6%

Other retail stores (NAICS 44-45, except 445): 6%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 81% compared to 82% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 19% compared to 18% for all occupations

69% of food service supervisors work all year, while 31% 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 45 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.

Less than 5% of food service supervisors are self-employed compared to an average of 12% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 54% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: 46% compared to 48% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 18% compared to 12% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 28% compared to 19% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 17% compared to 19% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 21% compared to 22% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 11% compared to 17% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: less than 5% compared to 11% for all occupations

The employment outlook will be Limited for food service supervisors (NOC 62020) 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.

Institutions, like hospitals, care homes, and school and business cafeterias provide a more stable demand.

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 service supervisors in British Columbia:

Approximately 12,850 people work in this occupation.

Food service supervisors mainly work in the following sectors:

Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 82%

The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:

Full-time workers: 79% compared to 78% for all occupations

Part-time workers: 21% compared to 22% for all occupations

55% of food service supervisors work all year, while 45% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 43 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.

Less than 5% of food service supervisors are self-employed compared to an average of 17% for all occupations.

The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:

Men: 35% compared to 52% for all occupations

Women: 65% compared to 48% for all occupations

The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:

no high school diploma: 6% compared to 8% for all occupations

high school diploma or equivalent: 34% compared to 28% for all occupations

apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 7% compared to 13% for all occupations

college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 23% compared to 17% for all occupations

bachelor's degree: 22% compared to 22% for all occupations

university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 8% compared to 12% for all occupations

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

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