Cooking Assistant
ちょうりじょしゅ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Food Preparation Occupations
- Minor : Kitchen Assistants and Cook Trainees
Summary
A job that supports chefs and cooks by handling tasks such as ingredient preprocessing, washing and cleaning utensils, and assisting with plating in the kitchen.
Description
Cooking assistants in restaurants, school cafeterias, cafes, and other kitchens perform tasks such as washing and cutting ingredients, preprocessing, washing and disinfecting cooking utensils and dishes, cleaning and organizing the kitchen, assisting with plating, and supporting inventory management. They follow instructions from chefs and cooks to support the cooking process, maintaining a hygienic and efficient cooking environment. It is easy to start without experience, and career advancement is possible while learning cooking skills.
Future Outlook
Labor shortages continue in the food service industry and cafeteria services, so demand is high. Obtaining a cook qualification or improving skills opens paths for career advancement.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contracted Cafeterias / Long Hours Standing / Multi-Store Operations / Restaurants / Shift Work
Career Path
Cooking Assistant (Apprentice) → Cook (Apprentice) → Cook → Assistant Head Chef → Chef
Required Skills
Cleaning and Disinfecting Cooking Utensils / Cooking Assistance Skills / Kitchen Cleaning / Washing and Cutting Ingredients
Recommended Skills
Hygiene Management Knowledge / Plating Assistance / Prep Work / Teamwork
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and carrying heavy ingredients. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Smooth teamwork is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Theoretical thinking is less required in main tasks. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Original ideas are not required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Calculations for large-scale cooking are often minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
Aliases
- Kitchen Assistant
- Kitchen Helper
- Kitchen Staff
Related Jobs
- Chef
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
- Patissier
- Sous Chef