Brewery Worker
くらびと
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession in sake breweries responsible for the manufacturing processes of sake, shochu, etc., from raw material processing to fermentation, pressing, and storage.
Description
Brewery workers handle a wide range of tasks in sake breweries, from rice polishing and steaming, koji production, moromi preparation, fermentation management, pressing, storage management, and quality inspection. They require advanced specialized knowledge and experience in controlling temperature and humidity according to seasons and weather, hygiene management, and equipment operation. They combine traditional techniques with the latest technology to produce high-quality alcoholic beverages.
Future Outlook
Demand for sake and craft alcoholic beverages is steadily increasing both domestically and internationally, and with improvements in traditional techniques and quality orientation, the demand for specialized personnel is expected to remain stable and grow in the future.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Meticulous and careful / Patient
Work Style
Brewery work / Night and early morning shifts / OEM / Seasonal shifts
Career Path
Apprentice Brewery Worker → Brewery Worker → Senior Brewery Worker → Brewing Technician → Head Brewer → Brewery Owner
Required Skills
Fermentation Management (Temperature and Humidity Control) / Fermented Food Preparation / Hygiene Management / Koji Production Technology / Polishing Ratio Management / Pressing Operations
Recommended Skills
Basic Microbiology Knowledge / Machine Operation (Pumps and Tanks) / Quality Analysis / Team Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss subtle changes in temperature and humidity. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Acquisition of specialized knowledge in fermentation techniques and hygiene management is required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed for carrying heavy preparation tanks and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical management is performed, but advanced quantitative analysis is minimal. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Sake Brewing Technician
Aliases
- Brewing Technician
- Sake Brewery Worker
- Sake Brewing Artisan
Related Jobs
- Brewing Engineer
- Quality Control Staff
- Sake Brewing Technician