Fresh Fish Cook (Fresh Fish Retail Store)
せんぎょちょうりし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Food Preparation Occupations
- Minor : Other Food Preparation Occupations
Summary
A profession in fresh fish retail stores that handles fish preprocessing, processing, cooking, and sales.
Description
Fresh fish cooks manage freshness from received fish, perform filleting, slicing, sashimi processing, packaging, display, and customer service. They are well-versed in characteristics and cooking methods for different fish species, handling them accurately and hygienically using knives and whetstones. They also handle store display management, inventory control, menu suggestions, and other general retail operations.
Future Outlook
Due to declining birthrates, aging population, and diversification of distribution, retail competition is intensifying. Amid increasing needs for online sales and high-value-added processed products, there is a demand for inheriting traditional techniques and providing high-quality products.
Personality Traits
Dexterous hands good at detailed work / Has hygiene awareness / Has physical stamina / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
In-store sales / Shift work
Career Path
Fresh fish staff → Store Manager Candidate → Store Manager → Area Manager → Seafood Buyer
Required Skills
Fish Processing Techniques / Freshness Management / Hygiene Management / Packaging and Labeling / Product Display and Inventory Management
Recommended Skills
Customer Service and Sales Skills / Fish Knowledge / Product Display / Recipe Suggestions
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Fish preprocessing and sashimi slicing require high precision. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of standing work and carrying heavy ice or materials. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Cooking processes are often standardized, limiting the scope for creativity. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There are few opportunities for precise mathematical analysis. |
Related Qualifications
- Cooking License
- Food Hygiene Manager
Related Jobs
- Fish Market Broker
- Seafood Processor
- Sushi Chef