Fast-food preparer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for fast-food preparer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for fast-food preparer is 65201 (Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations), a TEER 5 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
65201
TEER 5 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 65201 covers
Food counter attendants and food preparers prepare, heat and finish cooking simple food items and serve customers at food counters. Kitchen helpers, food service helpers and dishwashers clear tables, clean kitchen areas, wash dishes, and perform various other activities to assist workers who prepare or serve food and beverages. They are employed by restaurants, cafés, hotels, fast food outlets, cafeterias, hospitals and other establishments.
| Unit group | 65201 — Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 5 — usually short-term work demonstration and no formal education |
| Broad category | Sales and service occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Food counter attendants and food preparers
- Take customers' orders
- Clean, peel, slice and trim foodstuffs using manual and electric appliances
- Use deep fryer, grill, oven, dispensers and other equipment to prepare fast food items such as sandwiches, hamburgers, fries, salads, ice cream dishes, milkshakes and other beverages
- Portion, assemble, and wrap food or place it directly on plates for service to patrons, and package take-out food
- Use equipment to prepare hot beverages such as coffee and tea specialties
To use NOC 65201 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 65201 →
Other job titles under NOC 65201
- Bartender helper
- Cafeteria counter attendant
- Cook's helper
- Dishwasher
- Food counter attendant
- Food preparer
- Bus boy/girl
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 65201, one of these may fit better:
- Food and beverage server — NOC 65200 (Food and beverage servers, TEER 5)
- Food buyer — NOC 62101 (Retail and wholesale buyers, TEER 2)
- Food processing engineer — NOC 21399 (Other professional engineers, TEER 1)
- Food processing labourer — NOC 95106 (Labourers in food and beverage processing, TEER 5)
- Food product testers supervisor — NOC 92012 (Supervisors, food and beverage processing, TEER 2)
- Food products sales representative — NOC 64101 (Sales and account representatives - wholesale trade (non-technical), TEER 4)
- Food purchasing manager — NOC 10012 (Purchasing managers, TEER 0)
- Food service supervisor — NOC 62020 (Food service supervisors, TEER 2)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for fast-food preparer?+
In NOC 2021, "fast-food preparer" is an example title in unit group 65201 — Food counter attendants, kitchen helpers and related support occupations. It is a TEER 5 occupation in the "Sales and service occupations" broad category.
Is fast-food preparer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 65201 is TEER 5. IRCC only counts TEER 0–3 work as skilled experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and Canadian Experience Class, so this work generally won't qualify for those programs on its own. Some provincial programs accept TEER 4–5 work.
Does fast-food preparer get extra CRS points?+
NOC 65201 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a fast-food preparer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 65201 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says fast-food preparer but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 65201. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.