Supermarket Workers

Employment for supermarket workers is generally good. The field has a large turnover with workers leaving to pursue other careers. Many part-time employees are seasonal and must be replaced often. As supermarkets add more conveniences for customers, workers will be needed to staff those areas. For example, adding restaurants to a supermarket creates a need for a whole new set of food service workers.

During the past 15 years, many small chains and local groceries have been purchased by larger chains, and others have gone out of business in the face of competition. Opportunities at smaller, family-owned stores will be harder to find.