Maid
めいど
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Domestic Life Support Service Occupations
- Minor : Housekeepers and Domestic Helpers
Summary
A job that assists daily life by proxying general housework such as cleaning, laundry, and cooking in homes or facilities.
Description
Maids primarily handle general housework such as cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, tidying up, etc., in private homes, hotels, or facilities, providing housekeeping services tailored to the needs of employers or users. They appropriately use cleaning tools and home appliances, perform hygiene management, and proceed with tasks efficiently. It is required to understand needs through communication with customers and build trusting relationships. In addition, when managing multiple households or rooms, schedule management and task prioritization are important.
Future Outlook
With the aging society and increase in dual-income households, the demand for domestic help services is expanding. With improvements in specialization, establishment of qualifications, and utilization of ICT, the market is expected to continue growing.
Personality Traits
Attentive to Others / Meticulous / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Dispatched / Full-time / Long-term Contract / One-off / Part-time
Career Path
Housework Agency Staff → Senior Maid → Housekeeper → Household Life Coordinator → Housework Management Manager
Required Skills
Cleaning Skills / Cooking Assistance / Laundry / Tidying Up
Recommended Skills
Appliance Operation / Basic Household Budget Knowledge / Domestic Help Service / Ingredient Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly respond to varying needs and environments in each household. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention is needed for small dirt and handling household items. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical stamina for long hours of standing work and heavy laundry, etc. |
| Planning & Organization | For prioritizing tasks and efficient housework progression |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Aliases
- Domestic Helper
- Housekeeper
- In-home Helper
Related Jobs
- Babysitter
- Housekeeper
- Housework Agency Staff