The United Kingdom leads European permanent employment in the accommodation and food services sector, with significant representation, followed by Germany, Spain, France, and Italy. Between 2022 and 2023, notable growth occurred in Greece and Poland, with Norway leading the year-on-year increase. Meanwhile, countries like Switzerland and Estonia saw significant declines. Overall, the sector experienced modest and varied shifts across other regions.
Future trends indicate an evolving landscape. Considerations include technology's impact on workforce needs, potential economic shifts affecting hospitality demand, and policy changes related to labor mobility. Observing these, along with cultural and demographic influences, will be key to understanding future employment patterns in this sector across Europe.
Top countries in Permanent Employment in Accommodation and Food Services Share by Country (Thousand Units (Persons))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 20.93 | 2023 | +1.38% | +1.06% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 14.14 | 2023 | +0.71% | -2.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 12.65 | 2023 | -3.93% | +2.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 9.75 | 2023 | -3.96% | +0.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 8.57 | 2023 | -3.23% | -0.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 3.06 | 2023 | +2.18% | +3.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 2.87 | 2023 | +2.33% | +3.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 2.44 | 2023 | -0.99% | -0.81% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 2.35 | 2023 | +0.35% | -3.46% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 2.23 | 2023 | -3.47% | -0.75% | View data |
