Patissier (Food Service)
ぱてぃしえ（いんしょくてん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Food Preparation Occupations
- Minor : Western Cuisine Chefs
Summary
Specialized profession handling everything from dough preparation to decoration for Western confectionery, producing cakes and baked goods.
Description
Patissiers (food service) produce Western confectionery such as cakes, mousses, and tarts, applying decorations that emphasize both appearance and taste. They handle everything consistently from ingredient preparation, baking, cream and filling adjustment, to final plating. Developing new products suited to seasons and events, inventory and cost management, and hygiene management are also important tasks. Depending on the store, they may handle customer service, staff training, and store operations support.
Future Outlook
Demand for original product development is increasing due to health-conscious trends and the popularity of photogenic sweets on SNS, while labor shortages and price competition remain challenges.
Personality Traits
Ambitious / Excellent aesthetic sense / High concentration / Meticulous
Work Style
Early Morning Work / Full-time Employee / Part-time/Casual / Shift / Store Work
Career Path
Assistant Patissier → Patissier → Sous Chef → Pâtisserie Chef → Independence/Opening Business
Required Skills
Cost Calculation / Cream Preparation Technique / Dough Production Technique / Hygiene Management (HACCP) / Oven Operation
Recommended Skills
Cost Management / Decoration Technique (Western Confectionery) / Food Styling / Menu Development
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate measurement and detailed decoration directly impact quality. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is essential for creating unique designs and flavors. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and carrying heavy materials. |
Related Qualifications
- Confectionery Hygienist
- Confectionery Technician
- Western Confectionery Manufacturing Technician
Aliases
- Confectioner
- Dessert Chef
- Western Confectioner
Related Jobs
- Baker
- Barista
- Cook
- Pâtisserie Chef