Labor Shortages in Foodservice – Trend Overview, Consumer Insight and Strategies
As of May 2022, the US restaurant industry was short of more than 700,000 workers. Labor shortages have been looming in recent years across many industries but have become a major risk factor in food service since the pandemic.
The labor shortages in the food service market research report will help in understanding the current issue of labor shortages in foodservice and its varied impact across the globe. The report also provides insight into consumer attitudes and how they are contributing to the current dynamics of the foodservice workforce.
Labor Shortages in Foodservice Market by Regions
The top economies facing labor shortages in foodservice industry are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, the UK, and the US. North America, Europe, and Japan are suffering the most from labor shortages due to aging populations and in some cases disrupting the flow of foreign workers. Meanwhile, Latin America is suffering high unemployment levels as local infrastructures are slow to recover from the pandemic.
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Labor Shortages in Foodservice - Causes
The key causes of labor shortages in the foodservice industry are the aging population, COVID-19, restricted travel of workers, and social movements.
Aging populations: In Western countries and Japan, large proportions of the population are approaching or at retirement age, meaning that more workers are leaving particular industries than are being recruited.
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Labor Shortages in Foodservice – Shortage Areas
The key areas of labor shortages in the foodservice industry are front and back of the house, logistics, factory and farm workers, and last-mile delivery drivers.
Front and back of the house: Foodservice operations have always had high turnover on-site; however, waiters, servers, cleaners, chefs, and other workers involved in the industry are leaving in high numbers now due to a lack of stability and poor working conditions.
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Labor Shortages in Foodservice – Effects
The key effects of labor shortages in the foodservice industry are supply chain disruption, outlet/service closures, customer dissatisfaction, and damaged brand reputation.
Supply chain disruption: With a lack of workers to grow, manufacture, and transport food supplies, it is unsurprising that foodservice operators are facing a number of delays in their supply chains.
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Labor Shortages in Foodservice – Legislation
Social movements and lawmakers are changing the future of work as traditional systems become less viable for both businesses and workers. The key legislations in the foodservice industry are the California Fast Act, the UK hospitality visa petition, and others.
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Labor Shortages in Foodservice Market Overview
| Top Economies | Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, The UK, and The US |
| Key Causes | Aging Population, COVID-19, Restricted Travel Of Workers, and Social Movements |
| Key Shortage Areas | Front and Back of House, Logistics, Factory and Farm Workers, and Last-Mile Delivery Drivers |
| Key Effects | Supply Chain Disruption, Outlet/Service Closures, Customer Dissatisfaction, and Damaged Brand Reputation |
| Key Legislation | The California Fast Act, UK Hospitality Visa Petition, and Others |
Key Highlights
- A plethora of issues has ensued from labor shortages including supply delays, stock shortages, and outlet closures.
- A rework of the industry is needed to increase employee retention, including investment in technology.
- The cost-of-living and energy crisis, as well as increased regulation of workers’ rights, are all impacting how foodservice brands combat shortages.
Reasons to Buy
- Understand the current issue of labor shortages in foodservice and its varied impact across the globe.
- Gain insight into consumer attitudes and how they are contributing to the current dynamics of the foodservice workforce.
- Discover solutions that can alleviate labor shortage pressures and where the trend is heading in the next few years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The top economies facing labor shortages in foodservice industry are Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, the UK, and the US.
The key causes of labor shortages in the foodservice industry are the aging population, COVID-19, restricted travel of workers, and social movements.
The key areas of labor shortages in the foodservice industry are front and back of the house, logistics, factory and farm workers, and last-mile delivery drivers.
The key effects of labor shortages in the foodservice industry are supply chain disruption, outlet/service closures, customer dissatisfaction, and damaged brand reputation.
The key legislations in the foodservice industry are the California Fast Act, the UK hospitality visa petition, and others.
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