Brewery Assistant (Sake Brewing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Primarily assists in each process of sake brewing under the instructions of brewery workers or master brewers.
Description
The brewery assistant performs basic manufacturing tasks in sake production under the supervision of brewery workers or master brewers. Main duties include rice washing and steaming, spreading koji mold and managing the koji room, temperature and specific gravity management of moromi, preparation and operation of pressing machines, cleaning and disinfecting equipment, etc. While maintaining a clean working environment, they closely observe and record fermentation conditions to contribute to quality stability. Schedules adjusted for seasonal and temperature changes require physical stamina, along with hygiene management and skills in operating measurement instruments.
Future Outlook
With the growing demand for craft sake and local sake, expectations for skilled production assistants are rising. Although automation is advancing, human expertise remains essential for quality control and fermentation monitoring.
Personality Traits
Courteous and polite / Diligent / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Brewery work / Early morning and night work / Seasonal busy periods
Career Path
Brewery Assistant (Sake Brewing) → Brewery Worker → Vice Master Brewer Assistant → Master Brewer → Brewery Owner
Required Skills
Heavy object handling / Hygiene management / Measuring instrument operation / Sake brewing processes / Temperature management
Recommended Skills
Equipment maintenance / Fermentation science knowledge / Quality control / Team management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Requires meticulous observation of yeast fermentation status, temperature management, etc. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Acquisition of specialized knowledge in fermentation and quality control is essential |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves extensive physical labor handling heavy rice and water, requiring stamina |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is low because operations follow manuals |
Related Qualifications
- Food Manufacturing Skilled Worker (Sake Brewing)
Aliases
- Sake brewery worker
- Sake brewing assistant
Related Jobs
- Brewery Worker
- Master Brewer