School Lunch Center Cook
がっこうきゅうしょくセンターちょうりいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Food Preparation Occupations
- Minor : School Cafeteria Cooks
Summary
A job that prepares and manages large quantities of lunches for schools and nurseries in large-scale cooking facilities.
Description
School lunch center cooks are specialists who prepare lunches in bulk at large cooking centers for serving to each school or facility. They prepare ingredients and cook based on the menu, thoroughly managing temperature and hygiene. The number of meals is in the hundreds, requiring efficient management of work processes. Knowledge of allergy responses and food poisoning prevention is important, and they collaborate with delivery staff to ensure safe provision.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates, demand is flat to slightly decreasing, but the need for personnel with highly specialized skills such as allergy responses and food education support is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Has Cooperativeness / Has Hygiene Awareness / Has Physical Strength / Has Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Community-Oriented / Cooking Duties / Day Shift / Shift Work / Two Days Off Per Week
Career Path
Cooking Staff → Cooking Supervisor → Center Manager → Registered Dietitian → Lunch Service Coordinator
Required Skills
Food Hygiene Management / Hygiene Management / Mass Cooking / Temperature Management
Recommended Skills
Allergy Response / HACCP Knowledge / Hygiene Management Plan Formulation / Menu Creation System Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because hygiene management and accurate portion control are essential. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical strength is required, such as handling heavy pots and food cans. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because there is a lot of collaborative work with multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because advanced analysis or logical thinking is not the main task. |
Related Qualifications
- Cooking License
- Food Hygiene Manager
- Nutritionist Qualification
Aliases
- Lunch Center Cooking Staff
- School Lunch Cook
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