Job prospects Buffet Waiter/waitress in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region

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Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Food and beverage servers" in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on December 11, 2024.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour shortage

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Food and beverage servers in the Campbellton–Miramichi Region. There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

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Job outlook over the next 3 years

Moderate

The employment outlook will be moderate for Food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Campbellton - Miramichi region for the 2024-2026 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 good 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 more-and-more frequently 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 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): 83%
- Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 10%
- Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 6%

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