The data for 2023 shows France leading with €16.77 billion in wages and salaries in the restaurant and mobile food service sector, followed by the UK and Germany. Italy and Spain show significant growth at 5.33% and 5.47% respectively. The sharpest increases were noted in the Czech Republic and Romania at over 9% year-on-year, along with Lithuania's remarkable 16.15% jump. Some markets, like Sweden and Iceland, experienced declines. The sector's five-year CAGR suggests steady growth with variations by country, indicating differing economic and employment conditions across Europe.
Future trends to watch include the impact of automation on labor needs and the increasing role of sustainable practices affecting wages in the food service sector. Additionally, regional disparities may persist, driven by distinct economic policies and consumer behavior changes across European countries.
Top countries in Wages and Salaries of Restaurants and Mobile Food Service Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 16,770 | 2023 | +7.59% | +2.54% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 15,130 | 2023 | +2.55% | +2.85% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 14,030 | 2023 | +12.74% | +3.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9,460 | 2023 | +14.16% | +5.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 9,060 | 2023 | +14.27% | +5.47% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 4,680 | 2023 | +5.22% | +3.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 3,220 | 2023 | +3.52% | +3.75% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 2,890 | 2023 | +8.56% | +3.72% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 2,000 | 2023 | -5.9% | -5.88% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Norway | 1,590 | 2023 | +8.29% | +2.77% | View data |
