Job prospects Waiter/waitress in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Food and beverage servers in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Food and beverage servers (NOC 65200) in the Saint John - St. Stephen 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.

• 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 Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 550 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): 87%
  • Accommodation services (NAICS 721): 10%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology