Kitchen Assistant
ちょうりあしすたんと
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Food Preparation Occupations
- Minor : Kitchen Assistants and Cook Trainees
Summary
A job that supports cooking operations by performing tasks such as ingredient preparation, plating, and kitchen cleaning under the instructions of chefs or cooks.
Description
Kitchen Assistants work under the instructions of chefs or cooks, performing tasks such as ingredient preparation, plating assistance, dishwashing, kitchen cleaning, and inventory management. They play a role in supporting the efficient operation of the kitchen, and maintaining hygiene and safety in the cooking environment is also an important duty. It is relatively easy to get a job even without experience, and it is positioned as a stepping stone for those aiming to advance to become licensed chefs.
Future Outlook
Demand is stable in line with the scale of the food service industry, and hiring opportunities are high due to labor shortages. Obtaining a chef qualification and advancing one's career is desirable.
Personality Traits
Eager to learn / Meticulous / Physically fit / Team-oriented
Work Style
Kitchen work / Part-time possible / Prolonged standing work / Shift work
Career Path
Cooking Staff → Sous Chef → Head Chef → Restaurant Manager
Required Skills
Hygiene Management / Ingredient Preparation / Kitchen Cleaning / Knife Handling / Plating Assistance
Recommended Skills
Chef License / Food Labeling Knowledge / Hygiene Management Qualification
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate measurements according to recipes are required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of prolonged standing work and handling of heavy objects. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because there is significant pressure during busy times. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because teamwork in the kitchen is important. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because advanced analytical thinking is not required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative dish development is not the main task. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced numerical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Cooking Support
- Kitchen Assistant
- Kitchen Helper
Related Jobs
- Chef
- Head Chef
- Kitchen Staff
- Sous Chef