Career Tools

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Your food and beverage career resource.

The Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry offers a diverse range of exciting career paths, catering to individuals with varying skills and experience levels. With over 300,000 employees and a growing sector, this industry provides ample opportunities for New Canadians, career changers, returning workers, and recent graduates. Whether you’re starting your career journey or seeking a rewarding role in a recession-proof, sustainable industry, the food and beverage sector is the perfect place to connect with employers and explore fulfilling job opportunities.

Career Wheel

Ready to discover the diverse career opportunities within the food and beverage manufacturing industry? Our interactive career wheel simplifies your exploration of key job roles across 11 sub-sectors, including bakeries, beverage manufacturing, and sugar and confectionary. Follow the links to learn more about each sector, explore available positions, and discover renowned companies within the Canadian industry.

Occupational Profiles

To gain a deeper understanding of the skills required for roles within the Canadian food and beverage industry, we’ve developed a comprehensive bank of occupational profiles. Each profile is aligned with the National Occupational Classification (NOC) system, providing valuable insights for businesses and HR professionals. This user-friendly resource offers easy access to detailed information on specific occupations.

Career Pathways

To provide a clearer understanding of career progression within the food and beverage industry, we’ve created a series of profiles highlighting specific roles. Each profile offers insights into the necessary education and potential career paths, guiding prospective job seekers and students.

CareersNOW!

CareersNOW! is providing resources that are connecting jobseekers and students with Ontario food and beverage processing industry employers for exciting career opportunities. This initiative offers online, multilingual Job Ready skills training delivered by Food Processing Skills Canada to ensure people are confident and primed for job success. 

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