Bread Baker
ぱんやきこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing job that uses raw materials such as flour, water, and yeast to handle everything from bread dough preparation to shaping, fermentation, and baking.
Description
Bread bakers measure ingredients such as flour, yeast, salt, and water, knead the dough, and are responsible for shaping, fermentation, baking, and finishing. In factories or bakery stores, they perform recipe-based ingredient mixing management, adjustment of fermentation temperature and time, oven operation, quality checks on baked goods, packaging and display tasks, etc. Hygiene management and equipment maintenance inspections are also important duties.
Future Outlook
While stable demand is expected, there is progress in automation and labor reduction. Developing high-value-added products and acquiring technology are key to continued employment.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Has hygiene awareness / Meticulous / Patient / Physically strong
Work Style
Factory work / Full-time employee / Part-time / Shift work / Store work
Career Path
Bread Manufacturing Staff → Senior Bread Artisan → Factory Line Leader → Bakery Manager → Bread Making Instructor
Required Skills
Dough Shaping / Fermentation Process Management / Hygiene Management / Measurement and Mixing Management / Oven Operation / Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Cost Calculation / Equipment Maintenance / Food Hygiene Knowledge / New Product Development
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required to prevent variations in quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to carrying heavy materials and long hours of standing work. |
Related Qualifications
- Bread Making Skills Proficiency
- Cook
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Bakery Artisan
- Boulanger
- Bread Artisan
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- Bakery Staff
- Factory Manufacturing Operator
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