Sake Lees Pickler (Vegetables)
さけかすづけこう（やさい）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that manufactures flavorful pickles by pickling vegetables in sake lees and fermenting them.
Description
The Sake Lees Pickler (Vegetables) washes and cuts vegetables, adjusts the pickling bed by mixing salt, sugar, sake lees, etc., and performs fermentation and aging. Ensures taste and safety through temperature and humidity control and quality inspections, finishing to a shipment-ready state. Also handles filling large tanks or barrels and packaging work, requiring knowledge of hygiene management and equipment operation.
Future Outlook
While steady demand is expected due to growing interest in health-oriented and traditional foods, skill succession poses a challenge amid labor shortages and advancing automation.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Food manufacturing staff → Manufacturing line leader → Factory manager/manufacturing supervisor → Quality control staff
Required Skills
Fermentation Management (Temperature/Humidity Control) / Hygiene Management / Ingredient Preprocessing (Washing/Cutting) / Mixing Management
Recommended Skills
Food Factory Equipment Operation / Forklift Driving / Hygiene Management Qualification
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy is required in salt concentration, temperature management, etc. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent handling of heavy objects and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is limited as work follows recipes. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Work procedures are specified, with little room for independent improvements. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Related Jobs
- Food Manufacturer
- Pickler
- Vegetable Processor