Job prospects Donut Shop Clerk in the Moncton–Richibucto Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a major labour shortage for Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Moncton–Richibucto Region. There were far more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations (NOC 65201) in the Moncton - Richibucto 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 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.

• The level of travel activity continues to rebound in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and this has led to greater employment demand.
• There is some seasonality associated with this occupation and job prospects are better during the summer months.
• Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, so flexibility is an asset.
• Depending on the region, some roles may require that candidates are competent in both French and English.
• Candidates must typically complete a food safety course.

Here are some key facts about Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations in the Moncton - Richibucto region:

• Approximately 2,270 people work in this occupation.
• Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Food services and drinking places (NAICS 722): 78%
  • Nursing and residential care facilities (NAICS 623): 7%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology