Food Replica Production Worker
しょくひんもけいせいさくこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Artisan who creates realistic models used for food samples, handling everything from prototyping to molding and coloring.
Description
Food replica production workers are artisans who shape, mold, and color food sample models for restaurants and exhibitions. They create realistic prototypes using clay, wax, and silicone molds, duplicate them with synthetic resin, and apply coloring down to the finest details. To faithfully reproduce the texture and color tones of ingredients, skills in color adjustment and texture expression are required. They also handle design proposals tailored to customer requests, mass production setup, and process management.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to needs from restaurants and tourism industry, but automation in shaping may advance with developments in labor-saving technologies.
Personality Traits
Curious and Inquisitive / Excellent Aesthetic Sense / Meticulous and Delicate / Patient
Work Style
Contract Production / Factory Employment / Freelance / Workshop Employment
Career Path
Apprentice → Food Replica Production Worker → Supervisor/Artisan → Design Supervision/Management Position
Required Skills
Color Adjustment / Detail Finishing / Painting Techniques (Brush/Airbrush) / Prototype Making / Silicone Mold Taking
Recommended Skills
CAD/3D Modeling / Communication Skills / Design Knowledge / Photo Retouching Software Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is needed for precise color expression and texture reproduction. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is required for realistic food expression. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | The production process relies mainly on experience, with relatively little logical analysis. |
| Communication Skills | Work is mainly individual, focusing more on production than customer interaction. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Relies more on sensory adjustments than numerical analysis. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Work is often completed individually. |
Aliases
- Food Sample Artisan
- Food Sample Creator
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