The latest data from 2023 reveals that Italy leads in temporary employment within the European Accommodation and Food Services sector, followed by Spain and France. While Italy experienced a slight decline of 1.18%, Spain's temporary employment fell significantly by 8.04%. Noteworthy growth was observed in Malta and Iceland, with rates of 21.4% and 10.76%, respectively. Conversely, countries like Slovakia and Bulgaria faced sharp declines of 15.76% and 11.66%. Overall, the sector shows mixed variations across Europe, with some countries experiencing growth while others face declines.
Future trends to watch include the impact of post-pandemic recovery strategies and digital transformation on temporary employment in this sector. Attention should also be on potential policy changes affecting labor costs and the balance between temporary and permanent employment across European nations.
Top countries in Temporary Employment in Accommodation and Food Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 371.6 | 2023 | -2.95% | -1.18% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 346.1 | 2023 | -0.37% | -8.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 181.8 | 2023 | -13.59% | -2.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 159.5 | 2023 | -12.22% | +1.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Germany | 137.6 | 2023 | -7.77% | -6.64% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 137.6 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 117.6 | 2023 | +0.17% | -5.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 68.8 | 2023 | -1.43% | -1.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 65.5 | 2023 | -0.15% | -6.34% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 55 | 2023 | -8.49% | -1.92% | View data |
