Counter Lady
かうんたーれでぃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Customer Service and Food Service Occupations
- Minor : Hospitality Entertainment Workers and Geisha
Summary
A job serving drinks to customers at the counter of a restaurant, providing customer service through conversation and atmosphere creation.
Description
A counter lady primarily works in girls' bars or snack bars and other eateries, serving drinks, pouring, and providing customer service through conversation across the counter. Drinks mainly consist of simple cocktails and soft drinks, with roles in creating the store's atmosphere and understanding and suggesting customers' preferences. She also handles cleaning, glass washing, and cashier duties, with shift work and late-night shifts being common.
Future Outlook
While the nightlife market is stable, it is susceptible to labor shortages and late-night operation regulations. Demand is also expected from service improvements and expansion into diverse business formats.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Night Shifts Available / Part-time OK / Shift Work
Career Path
Part-time Staff → Full-time Staff → Chief → Store Manager → Area Manager
Required Skills
Customer Service Manners / Drink Service Skills / Hygiene Management and Cleaning / Money Handling
Recommended Skills
Basic English Conversation / Cocktail Making / Situational Responsiveness / Wine and Whiskey Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Essential for building trust with customers through conversation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because there is little complex analytical work. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because the range of specialized knowledge acquisition is not broad. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it only involves simple money transactions. |
| Planning & Organization | Because immediate response is the focus rather than business planning. |
Aliases
- Counter Girl
- Girls' Bar Cast
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