The number of persons employed in event catering in Denmark has shown notable fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. The overall employment increased from 2.41 thousand in 2013 to 3.94 thousand in 2023, indicating volatility with both sharp increases and declines. Notable yearly variations include a significant rise of 34.65% in 2016 and a steep drop of 14.68% in 2020, possibly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The employment figures have been recovering since 2020, reaching a year-on-year increase of 4.26% in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the past five years was 0.3%, reflecting modest growth.

Future trends to watch for include:

The forecast for gradual employment growth from 2024 onwards, with an expected increase to 4.16 thousand employees by 2028.
A forecasted 5-year CAGR of 0.83%, indicating steady yet modest expansion.
Potential impacts of economic changes and industry shifts post-pandemic on employment rates.