Job prospects Operations Manager, Restaurant in the Edmonton Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Restaurant and food service managers in the Edmonton 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 Restaurant and food service managers (NOC 60030) in the Edmonton region for the 2024-2026 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 moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• 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 a difficult time recruiting and retaining employees at all levels, meaning that hiring requirements may be more flexible, at least over the near-term. 
• Employment opportunities for this occupation are good, thanks to an abundance of tourist attractions that encourage dining out. The support by both residents and tourists, create consistent demand for workers in the hospitality and food service sectors. 

Here are some key facts about Restaurant and food service managers in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 3,600 people work in this occupation.
• Restaurant and food service managers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 94%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology