Seafood kasuzuke worker
すいさんぶつかすづけこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving pickling seafood using sake lees for fermentation and preservation processing.
Description
Seafood kasuzuke workers blend a seasoning solution based on sake lees and pickle fish and shellfish, improving preservability and flavor through fermentation. They handle a series of tasks including raw material selection, seasoning solution preparation and stirring, pickling process, temperature and humidity control, monitoring of fermentation and aging, quality inspection, and packaging. They play a role in maintaining stable quality while complying with hygiene management and safety standards.
Future Outlook
Due to growing health consciousness and interest in traditional foods, demand is stable or increasing both domestically and internationally. There is a possibility of advancing automation and mechanization.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Site worker → Line leader → Production management staff → Quality control manager
Required Skills
Hygiene management / Raw material selection / Seasoning blend preparation / Temperature and humidity control
Recommended Skills
Knowledge of fermentation processes / Pickling tank operation / Quality control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the precision of seasoning ratios and pickling times directly affects quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to prolonged standing work and handling of heavy containers. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Formulation recipes are standardized, so creativity plays a minor role. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Accurate measurement according to standards is required, but advanced mathematical analysis is not needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Food hygiene manager
Aliases
- Fish kasuzuke worker
- Kasuzuke artisan
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