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Catering Services in the US - Employment (2021-2031)
There are xx employees in the Catering Services industry in the US, which is expected to grow at xx% over the next five years. The catering industry includes companies that provide individual event-based food services. These companies generally have equipment and vehicles to prepare food off-site and transport it to events. Banquet halls with catering staff are included in this industry. Examples of events catered by industry establishments include graduation parties, wedding receptions, business luncheons and trade shows.
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Employment
Total value (#) and annual change from 2012 – 2030.
Revenue
$XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Employees
XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Businesses
XX
2021-2026 XX%
2026-2031 XX%
Profit
$XX
2021-2026 XX%
Profit Margin
XX%
2021-2026 XX%
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| Industry | Sector | Last 5-yr CAGR | Forecast 5-year CAGR | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chain Restaurants in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Single Location Full-Service Restaurants in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Food Service Contractors in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Street Vendors in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Fast Food Restaurants in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Wedding Planners in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Party & Event Planners in the US |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Catering Services in Canada |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Catering Services in Australia |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Catering Services in New Zealand |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
| Catering Services in the UK |
|
XX% | XX% | $XX |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are employed in the Catering Services in the US in 2026?
There is 158,827 people employed in the Catering Services in the US as of 2026.
What is employment growth in the Catering Services in the US in 2026?
The number of people employed in the Catering Services in the US grew 13.7% on average over the five years between 2021 and 2026.
Is employment in the Catering Services in the US expected to grow or decline over the next 5 years?
See our full analysis of the Catering Services in the US to understand if the industry employment is expected to grow or decline over the next five years.
How many people does the average business in the Catering Services in the US employ?
The average Catering Services in the US business is 11.6 employees.
Are businesses in the Catering Services in the US adding employees?
The average business in the Catering Services in the US now employs more workers than it did five years ago.
How productive are employees in the Catering Services in the US?
The revenue per employee for the average business in the Catering Services in the US has decreased in the last five years.
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