Barber Assistant
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Under the instructions of a barber, performs tasks such as shampooing and massage, cleaning and disinfecting tools, towel management, store cleaning, customer service, and restocking supplies, supporting the barber's work.
Description
Barber assistants work under the instructions of barbers, handling a wide range of tasks including shampooing and massage, preparing and changing towels, cleaning and disinfecting barbering tools, store cleaning, restocking supplies, assisting with customer service such as serving tea, and supporting reservation management. This allows barbers to focus on specialized techniques like haircuts and shaves, contributing to the overall improvement of salon service quality.
Future Outlook
Demand for barbering services remains stable due to an aging population, and expansion of new service formats such as visiting barber services is expected. There is a chronic labor shortage, and demand for assistants is expected to remain steady in the future.
Personality Traits
Can provide bright and polite customer service / Good at detailed work / Has a sense of cleanliness / Has cooperativeness
Work Style
Full-time / Part-time / Shift / Store-based
Career Path
Barber Assistant → Barber (Apprentice) → Barber → Salon Chief/Store Manager → Independent Operation
Required Skills
Cleaning / Customer Service Manners / Reservation Management / Shampooing-Massage Skills / Tool Cleaning and Disinfection / Towel and Supplies Management
Recommended Skills
Customer Service Skills / Hygiene Management Knowledge / Inventory Management / PC Operation (Reservation Management System)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is required for tool disinfection and towel management. |
| Communication Skills | Because it is important for customer service and collaboration with barbers. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves a lot of standing work and repetitive tasks, requiring physical stamina. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because it is necessary to cooperate with barbers and other staff to smoothly carry out operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it involves a lot of simple tasks and requires almost no complex logical thinking. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical analysis or calculations are hardly required. |
Aliases
- Barber Assistant
- Barbershop Assistant
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