Costume Rental Attendant
かしいしょうにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Other Service Occupations
- Minor : Rental Service Staff
Summary
Costume rental attendants provide rental services for costumes such as kimonos and dresses to customers. They handle size adjustments, cleaning, fittings, and coordination proposals.
Description
Costume rental attendants handle the rental of wedding attire, furisode, dresses, tuxedos, and other costumes. They listen to customer needs and event details to propose the best outfits. They perform fittings, size adjustments, cleaning, and maintenance, and also manage post-return inspections and repairs. Additionally, they handle a wide range of store operations including inventory management, reservation scheduling, and accessory rentals. They order costumes according to seasons and trends, manage displays, propose coordinations, and work to improve customer satisfaction.
Future Outlook
Demand from life events such as weddings and coming-of-age ceremonies is stable. With the expansion of inbound tourism and the sharing economy, steady demand is expected in the future.
Personality Traits
Attentive to details / Can provide bright and polite customer service / Has good teamwork
Work Style
Part-time Available / Shift Work / Store Work / Weekends and Holidays
Career Path
Rental Shop Staff → Senior Staff → Store Manager → Area Manager → Store Operations Manager
Required Skills
Customer Service Manners / Fitting Techniques / Inventory Management / Sewing / Size Measurement and Fitting
Recommended Skills
Dress Maintenance / English Conversation / Fashion Coordination / Knowledge of Japanese and Western Attire
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because overlooking sizes or stains affects customer satisfaction. |
| Communication Skills | Necessary for confirming customer requests and proposing coordinations. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves carrying large amounts of costumes and long hours of standing work. |
| Planning & Organization | Required to efficiently manage large inventories and handle reservations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Complex numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Fashion Sales Ability Certification
Aliases
- Costume Rental Staff
- Dress Rental Clerk
Related Jobs
- Apparel Salesperson
- Costume Coordinator
- Rental Shop Clerk