In 2023, the number of persons employed in the beverage serving activities sector in Switzerland stood at 8.79 thousand. From 2024 onward, the employment figures are forecasted to increase steadily. Specifically, the forecasts indicate a rise from 8.86 thousand employees in 2024 to 9.15 thousand in 2028.
Year-on-year variations suggest a moderate growth pattern: an increase of approximately 0.8% from 2023 to 2024, 0.8% from 2024 to 2025, 0.8% from 2025 to 2026, 0.9% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.8% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period averages out to around 0.82% per year.
Trends to watch for in the future include the impact of economic factors on consumer spending in the sector, potential labor shortages or surpluses due to demographic shifts, and technological advancements that might streamline service processes, potentially altering employment needs.
