Kiritanpo production worker (restaurant)
きりたんぽせいぞうこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Food Preparation Occupations
- Minor : Other Food Preparation Occupations
Summary
Specialized occupation forming and grilling Akita Prefecture's local cuisine 'kiritanpo' in restaurants or production facilities.
Description
A kiritanpo production worker mashes steamed rice to the right consistency, wraps it around cedar or bamboo sticks, and finishes it by grilling over charcoal or on a grill. They mainly work in restaurants or specialized workshops, providing it for hot pot dishes combined with ingredients like Hinai Jidori chicken. They are required to maintain hygiene, follow safe cooking procedures, and ensure uniform color and texture.
Future Outlook
While there are expected opportunities for providing local cuisine due to regional revitalization and tourism demand, nationwide普及 is limited. Job openings may continue through tourism-oriented or local revitalization initiatives.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Cooking assistant → Kiritanpo production worker → Japanese cuisine chef → Head chef → Restaurant management
Required Skills
Grilling adjustment / Hygiene management / Kiritanpo shaping / Rice preparation
Recommended Skills
Customer service / Local cuisine knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To maintain product quality with uniform shaping and grilling. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of standing work and carrying heavy rice. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it requires accurately reproducing a fixed recipe. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantities are often judged based on experience-based intuition. |
Related Qualifications
- Food hygiene manager
Aliases
- Kiritanpo artisan
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- Chef
- Cook
- Japanese cuisine chef
- Prepared food production worker