Employed full time: Wage and salary workers: Cooks occupations: 16 years and over
LEU0254492900A • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1,230.00
Year-over-Year Change
-0.81%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2024
Summary
Measures full-time employment of wage and salary workers in cook occupations nationwide. Provides critical insights into food service labor market trends.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This employment series tracks the number of full-time workers employed as cooks across various industries. It reflects food service sector employment dynamics.
Methodology
Data collected through monthly Current Population Survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Historical Context
Used by restaurant industry analysts and economic policymakers to understand workforce trends.
Key Facts
- Tracks full-time cook employment nationwide
- Indicates food service sector workforce trends
- Measures wage and salary cook positions
FAQs
Q: How are cook employment numbers calculated?
A: Measured through monthly Bureau of Labor Statistics employment surveys.
Q: What defines a full-time cook in this data?
A: Workers employed 35 or more hours per week in cooking occupations.
Q: Why track cook employment statistics?
A: Provides insights into food service industry labor market health.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Monthly updates provide current employment landscape information.
Q: What industries are included in cook employment?
A: Covers restaurants, hotels, hospitals, schools, and other food service sectors.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Cooks Employment (LEU0254492900A), retrieved from FRED.