Fish Shop Clerk
さかなやてんいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Food and Beverage Sales Clerks
Summary
Job at a fresh fish store involving procurement, processing, display, and sales of seafood, along with managing product freshness and customer service.
Description
A fish shop clerk procures seafood from fish markets or wholesalers, prepares it at the store by gutting, packing, and displaying it, and handles customer service and sales. They monitor fluctuations in fish species due to seasons or weather to determine appropriate procurement quantities. They thoroughly manage freshness and hygiene to provide safe and delicious fish. Skills in filleting with knives, such as three-piece cuts, are required, and they also provide fillets according to customer requests and advice on cooking methods. They are involved in overall store operations, including inventory management, sales management, ordering, cleaning, and more.
Future Outlook
While sales of seafood at major supermarkets and e-commerce sites are expanding, neighborhood specialty stores are on a declining trend, but stores emphasizing quality and freshness can expect stable demand.
Personality Traits
Excellent communication skills / Meticulous / Patient / Physically strong
Work Style
Career Path
Fresh Fish Department Leader → Store Manager → Middleman (Buyer) → Independent Business
Required Skills
Display / Fresh Fish Processing Skills / Inventory Management / Procurement and Ordering Management
Recommended Skills
Cooking / Customer Service Skills / Fish Knowledge / Hygiene Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain freshness management and fillet quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent carrying of heavy fish boxes and standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because product display and preparation often follow manuals. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Supervisor
Aliases
- Fresh Fish Clerk
- Seafood Salesperson
Related Jobs
- Fish Market Middleman
- Fresh Fish Processing Staff
- Supermarket Fresh Fish Staff