Sommelier NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for sommelier.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for sommelier is 65200 (Food and beverage servers), a TEER 5 occupation — not skilled work for FSW or CEC.
NOC code
65200
TEER 5 · not skilled for FSW/CEC
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 65200 covers
Food and beverage servers take patrons' food and beverage orders and serve orders to patrons. They are employed in restaurants, hotels, bars, taverns, private clubs, banquet halls and similar establishments.
| Unit group | 65200 — Food and beverage servers |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 5 — usually short-term work demonstration and no formal education |
| Broad category | Sales and service occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Greet patrons, present menus, make recommendations and answer questions regarding food and beverages
- Take orders and relay to kitchen and bar staff
- Recommend wines that complement patrons' meals
- Serve food and beverages
- Prepare and serve specialty foods at patrons' tables
- Present bill to patrons and accept payment
To use NOC 65200 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 65200 →
Other job titles under NOC 65200
- Banquet server
- Chief wine steward
- Food and beverage server
- Captain waiter/waitress
- Cocktail waiter/waitress
- Formal service waiter/waitress
- Waiter/waitress
Calculate your CRS score → · All job titles A–Z · High-wage list
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 sommelier?+
In NOC 2021, "sommelier" is an example title in unit group 65200 — Food and beverage servers. It is a TEER 5 occupation in the "Sales and service occupations" broad category.
Is sommelier eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 65200 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 sommelier get extra CRS points?+
NOC 65200 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 sommelier get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 65200 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 sommelier 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 65200. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.