Employment in the Restaurants and Mobile Food Service Activities sector in Switzerland stood at 87.6 thousand Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) in 2023. In 2024, it is forecasted to slightly decrease to 87.56 thousand FTE, representing a year-on-year variation of -0.05%. The trend of marginal decline continues with employment figures projected at 87.53 thousand FTE in 2025 (-0.03%), 87.49 thousand FTE in 2026 (-0.05%), and 87.45 thousand FTE in 2027 (-0.05%). Over the last two years, the employment has been stable with minor reductions, averaging a CAGR of approximately -0.05% annually over the five-year period from 2023 to 2027.
- 2023: 87.6 thousand FTE (actual)
- 2024: 87.56 thousand FTE (forecast)
- 2025: 87.53 thousand FTE (forecast)
- 2026: 87.49 thousand FTE (forecast)
- 2027: 87.45 thousand FTE (forecast)
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in consumer behavior towards dining out, the impact of technological advancements such as automation within the food service sector, and economic factors such as inflation and labor market conditions which could influence employment levels. Monitoring these trends will be crucial to understanding and anticipating shifts in employment within this sector.
