Cook (Meal Delivery)
ちょうりいん（たくはいべんとう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Food Preparation Occupations
- Minor : Other Food Preparation Occupations
Summary
A job that involves hygienically preparing and plating meal delivery bentos for elderly people or general customers and preparing them for delivery.
Description
Meal delivery cooks prepare large quantities of bentos according to orders in factories or kitchens, performing plating, packing, and quality inspections. They manage consistently from raw material receiving to cooking processes, storage, and packaging based on the Food Sanitation Law and HACCP standards. Time management aligned with delivery deadlines is required, and work is carried out under a team cooperation system while maintaining stable quality.
Future Outlook
With the progress of an aging society and diversification of demand for eating out, the meal delivery market is steadily expanding. Amid advances in automation and HACCP operations, the value of personnel with expertise in hygiene management and efficiency increases.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / Has hygiene awareness / Has physical strength / Meticulous and accurate
Work Style
Early morning shifts / Full-time OK / Overtime available / Part-time/alba OK / Shift work
Career Path
Cooking staff → Group leader/Leader → Kitchen manager → Kitchen management position → Production manager
Required Skills
Cooking utensil operation / Food hygiene management / Menu planning / Plating / Time management
Recommended Skills
Communication skills / Inventory ordering management / Speed cooking / Understanding of hygiene management standards (HACCP)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in hygiene management and plating directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Portion calculations are basic, and advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Cooking License
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Bento cook
- Bento kitchen staff
- Meal delivery staff
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