Barber Apprentice
りようしみならい
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job where one learns the basics of barbering techniques and salon support operations under the guidance of a barber.
Description
A barber apprentice, under the guidance of a licensed barber, handles support tasks such as cleaning inside the store, preparing, washing, and disinfecting tools, shampooing and towel work, reception, and customer greeting. Through these tasks, they practically learn customer service manners, hygiene management, and the basics of barbering techniques, aiming to acquire skills for obtaining the national barber qualification in the future. Centering on OJT, combined with classroom learning and external training, they strive to master various cutting and styling techniques.
Future Outlook
Amid the continuing decline in the barber population, stores are facing serious labor shortages, with a growing movement to train apprentices from the ground up and turn them into productive workers early. Addressing improvements in customer service, not just technical skills, will be key in the future.
Personality Traits
Cheerful Personality / Cooperative / Eager to Learn / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Barber Apprentice → Barber → Junior Barber → Senior Barber → Store Manager → Independent Business
Required Skills
Cleaning / Customer Service Manners / Hygiene Management / Shampoo Technique / Tool Cleaning and Disinfection
Recommended Skills
Coloring Assistance / Communication Skills Training / Hair Care Product Knowledge / Hygiene Management Training
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because smooth communication with customers and staff is essential. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Strong learning motivation is necessary to acquire diverse barbering techniques and customer service skills. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive tasks. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because tasks are performed in collaboration with staff. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because specialized analysis or logical thinking is not particularly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because generating creative ideas is not the main task. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is almost no mathematical work. |
Aliases
- Barber Apprentice
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