In 2023, the United States led with 1.98 million employees in the food and beverage sector, significantly higher than other countries. Germany and France had notable employee bases with 0.906 and 0.608 million, respectively. Smaller markets like Slovenia and Finland saw declines, while Greece and France had positive year-on-year growth. Over the last five years, the sector showed diverse trends; some countries experienced robust growth, while others contracted.
Future trends to watch include increasing automation and AI in the industry, potential shifts in labor due to sustainability practices, and growth in emerging markets, which could reshape employment dynamics on a global scale.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Food and Beverages by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 1,980 | 2023 | +0.87% | +1.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 906 | 2023 | +0.22% | +0.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 608 | 2023 | +0.5% | +1.19% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 514.5 | 2023 | +0.53% | +0.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 323 | 2023 | +0.62% | +0.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 127 | 2023 | 0% | +0.16% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 118.41 | 2023 | -0.29% | -0.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 108.46 | 2023 | +1.15% | +1.33% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 84.15 | 2023 | +0.39% | +0.33% | View data |
| 10 | 10 New Zealand | 80.1 | 2023 | -0.12% | +0.25% | View data |
