Work as a food counter attendant for Canadian restaurants, fast-food chains, cafés, and catering companies through the Francophone Mobility Work Permit.
Qualified applicants who speak French and English can receive a job offer from Canadian employers in the food service industry. This pathway is well-suited for candidates seeking international work experience in Canada’s hospitality sector and an opportunity to grow into higher-skilled roles in the future.
As a food counter attendant in Canada, you will:
No. Food counter attendant jobs usually fall under TEER 5, which is not a PR-eligible category. This means your Canadian work experience as a food counter attendant does not count directly toward programs like the Canadian Experience Class. However, once in Canada, you may transition into higher-skilled jobs that do count toward PR.
Fast-food restaurants, cafés, food courts, catering companies, and hospitality chains across Canada regularly hire food counter attendants.
No, you cannot bring your family members under the current immigration restrictions for TEER 5 occupations. This may change in the future. Once you transition to a higher-skilled job, your family may be able to join you.
Not always. While previous experience in food service or customer service is an advantage, many employers provide on-the-job training.
The Francophone Mobility Work Permit is usually valid for 1–3 years, depending on your job offer. It can often be renewed if your employer extends your contract.
Yes, but you will need to apply for a new work permit tied to your new employer.
Absolutely. Our team assists with job matching, paperwork, the French test, and your entire work permit application. We’ll guide you through every step.
The process — from job offer to receiving your work permit — can take up to 1 year. This may vary depending on your profile, employer response time, and visa processing times.