Job prospects Baker, Specialty Foods in the Kingston–Pembroke Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Bakers in the Kingston–Pembroke 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 Bakers (NOC 63202) in the Kingston - Pembroke region for the 2024-2026 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 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 Bakers in the Kingston - Pembroke region:

• Approximately 630 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Bakers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 47%
  • Food, beverage and tobacco product manufacturing (NAICS 311, 312): 30%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 23%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology