Recruitment and employee retention: challenges and solutions
Recruitment and employee retention: challenges and solutions
Jan 18, 2026
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3:50 PM - 4:15 PM
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Scène Forum
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Interview
Since the Covid-19 crisis, recruitment challenges have intensified for professionals in the food industry — and bakeries are no exception. According to the French National Confederation of Bakery and Pastry, more than 20,000 positions are currently unfilled. This staggering figure has prompted business owners to improve working conditions and employee benefits. Working hours, four-day weeks, continuous training, workplace ergonomics… many entrepreneurs are experimenting with new initiatives. But will these efforts be enough to sustainably restore the industry’s image and its ability to retain talent?
