Takoyaki Maker (Takeaway Shop)
たこやきせいぞうにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Food Preparation Occupations
- Minor : Other Food Preparation Occupations
Summary
A job that handles everything from preparing takoyaki batter, baking, finishing with sauce and toppings, to packaging. Mainly in takeaway-only stores, performing cooking and simple customer service.
Description
The Takoyaki Maker (Takeaway Shop) is responsible for mixing batter with octopus and baking it on a dedicated hot plate. They judge the baking level while flipping to form round shapes, apply sauce and toppings, and pack them. In the store, they handle order taking, cashiering, product handover, cleaning and disinfection, and other hygiene management, making efficient operations important. In addition to manuals, know-how is required to adjust baking times according to seasons or temperatures and stabilize product quality.
Future Outlook
Takoyaki is a representative Japanese B-grade gourmet food, and takeaway demand is stable. There are many small, community-based stores, enhancing competitiveness through customer service and menu differentiation. In recent years, unmanned cooking machines and simple kitchens are being introduced, but customers who seek handmade taste and in-store service remain strong, and a certain level of demand is expected to be maintained.
Personality Traits
Can provide bright and courteous customer service / Dexterous with hands and good at detailed work / Has hygiene awareness / Has patience
Work Style
Contract Employee / Part-time OK / Regular Employee Promotion / Shift Work / Weekend and Holiday Work
Career Path
Store Staff → Shift Leader → Store Manager → Area Manager → Franchise Owner
Required Skills
Baking Temperature and Time Management / Batter Mixing Technique / Customer Service / Hot Plate Cooking / Hygiene Management
Recommended Skills
Food Loss Reduction / Inventory Management / Menu Development / Multitasking Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because attention to baking level and scorching is essential. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is needed to endure long hours of standing work and repetitive motions. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because portion and baking time management are basically manualized. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Takoyaki Artisan
- Takoyaki Staff
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