In 2023, the labour cost per employee FTE in the prepared meals and dishes sector in France was estimated to be slightly below 50.8 thousand Euros. This figure sees a gradual increase across the forecasted years, reaching up to 53.4 thousand Euros by 2028. Over the years 2024 to 2028, the year-on-year variation averages to approximately 1.3% annually, indicating a steady rise in costs situating the five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) at this similar pace.
Key future trends to observe include:
- Potential impacts of inflation on labour costs.
- Technological advancements increasing efficiency, possibly affecting FTE costs.
- Regulatory changes impacting minimum wage adjustments.
- Market demand fluctuation for prepared meals influencing labour requirements.
