Labor Shortages in Foodservice - Trend Overview, Consumer Insight and Strategies

Labor Shortages in Foodservice - Trend Overview, Consumer Insight and Strategies

Summary

Labor shortages have been looming in recent years across many industries but have become a major risk factor in foodservice since the pandemic. Aging populations, the immediate impact and after-effects of the pandemic, restricted movement of people, and growing discontent with working conditions are all contributing to chronic labor shortages industry-wide.

This report provides an overview of the causes, challenges, and solutions in foodservice concerning the question of labor shortages.

Scope

• A plethora of issues have ensued from labor shortages including supply delays, stock shortages, and outlet closures.
• A rework of the industry is needed to increase employee retainment, including investment in technology.
• The cost-of-living and energy crisis as well as increase regulation of worker's rights are all impacting how foodservice brands combat shortages.

• Understand the current issue of labor shortages in foodservice and its varied impact across the globe.
• Gain insight into consumer attitudes and how they are contributing to the current dynamics of the foodservice workforce.
• Discover solutions that can alleviate labor shortage pressures and where the trend is head in the next few years.