Volume 1 Chapter 22 Maybe I Should Get A Part-Time Job After All
Summary of the previous chapter: I want to experience romance while in high school.
Now, it's about time for dinner.
"Akihiro, dinner's ready!"
"Yeah, I'm coming now."
I head to the dining room.
And it seems like father just got home.
"Akihiro, I'm back."
"Welcome home, Dad. Is work still busy?"
"Well, it's busy, but only until the end of this month. I have to take care of the new employees, so working regular hours might be tough for a while."
"I see. Don't overdo it, okay?"
"Yeah, I'll be fine."
My father works as a designer in a factory, and I "used" to work there too in the "past."
Since our clients include local government offices, it's not too busy from April to the end of September. However, after October, working late and even weekends become quite common.
Well, the job is pretty stable since the client is a government office.
"By the way, how did Mom and Dad meet and get married?"
When I asked that, Mother started talking happily.
"Oh my, your dad and I were working in the same company, in the same department. It was what you call an office romance."
"Wow, Mom, you also worked at Dad's company?"
"When I'm in the same department, we spend most of our time together at work, you know? That's how I really get to know what kind of person Dad is. He supported me when I made mistakes, and it made me really happy. And when the project succeeded, I was even happier."
"I see, so working together reveals each other's true selves. People tend to show their true colors when things don't go well. High school expenses can add up, so maybe I should get a part-time job too."
"Akihiro has finally started showing interest in girls, huh? Normally, boys are a bit slower than girls in that regard, I heard it happens around middle school. I was a bit worried because I didn't see that happening with you."
"Wait, did mom really think that?"
"Yeah, I thought about dressing you up for that reason."
"I see."
Did I really seem like I wasn't interested in girls that much? Well, I guess if all I did after school was play soccer with my guy friends, it might give that impression, just like back in elementary school.
But, deep down, I did wish to get Valentine's chocolate from some girl in my class.
"That's why I think it's a good experience to try working part-time."
"Yeah, you're right."
After dinner, I'll go back to my room, check out job listings on the website, and look for part-time gigs suitable for high schoolers.
Ideally, I'd want a job where I can work with girls, but...
"Oh, part-time job at a patisserie, available for high schoolers. The hours are from 17:00 to 22:00, and it seems 20:30 is okay too. The hourly wage is ¥900, not super high, but if it involves selling sweets like cakes and pastries, handling drinks for dine-in, customer service, cashier duties, and simple wrapping for takeout, plus some cleaning – even without experience, it might be good. They're looking for someone energetic and confident. Maybe, it sounds good?"
I decided to apply for a job right away through a job site.
Now, I went to the convenience store, bought a resume, wrote it, and pasted a photo taken at the photo booth next to the convenience store. All set.
The next day, I got a reply saying I could interview today. So, wearing the casual clothes Yayoi-chan picked out for me, I prepared a bit and then headed out.
"Patisserie And Trois"
The shop, located on the first floor of the station-front tenant, stands out with its orange sign.
"Is this the place?"
Although the outside is all glass, the inside is quite clean and stylish with a white theme. It's friendly without being too high-class.
There are female customers and female clerks inside, but no sign of men.
"Well, it might be a bit out of place... oh well."
There's a cute clerk at the reception in the bright interior, so I approach her.
"Excuse me, I'm Hata, and I'm here for an interview today."
"Oh, yes, Manager! The person for the interview is here!"
The girl at the reception desk called out towards the back, and a woman in her late twenties, with dark brown hair cut around her neck, appeared.
"Are you here for an interview?"
"Yes... that's right. Nice to meet you."
"Oh, good. We had a hard time getting applicants at 900 yen per hour, especially when big chain stores offer 1200 yen. But one of our part-timers quit recently, and we were in a bit of a fix. Should we talk more inside?"
"Yes, please."
I was led to a break room in the back. It was a plain room with a small table and pipe chairs.
"Alright, let's start with the introductions again. I'm Ikurumi Marie, the store manager."
"Nice to meet you. I'm Hata Akihiro."
"Now, let's see your resume."
"Sure, here you go."
"Hmm, no part-time experience so far. Oh, but is it true that you enjoy baking cakes and bread as a hobby?"
"Ah, yes, influenced by my mother."
"That's helpful. Are you okay with customer service?"
"I think I'll be fine over there too."
"Understood. Initially, you'll start with miscellaneous tasks like cleaning the store, tidying up dishes in the eat-in area, and washing dishes. Also, you'll be involved in selling cakes and replenishing/showcasing them in the display. To do this, you must first memorize the types of cakes and pastries available for sale, as well as the eat-in menu."
"Ah, yes, I think that's fine too."
"Please also learn the packaging method for take-out and wrapping."
"Yes."
"By mastering such tasks and advancing, we'd like you to learn how to brew tea and coffee, and even how to make cakes. Since we are a privately-owned business, it would be helpful if you can handle anything. Do your best, and if possible, strive to excel."
"Yes, I will do my best."
"Now, let me introduce the other part-time girl. Today is just a meet-and-greet, but when can you start?"
"Um, excuse me. I need to report and get permission for the kind of work I'll be doing at school, so I think it'll be within next week."
"Got it. Let's head to the office then."
"Yes."
We go together to the girl at the reception.
"Saya-chan, this is the new part-timer, Hata-kun."
"Nice to meet you. I'm Hata Akihiro, a freshman. I don't know anything since I'm a beginner, but please take care of me."
"Haha, it's okay. I was like that at first too. I'm Kashiyama Saya, a sophomore."
"Kashiyama-san, right? Nice to meet you. Please take care of me from now on."
"Same here, take care. Surprisingly, there's a lot of physical work, so it's helpful."
"Really?"
When I said that, Kashiyama-san gave a stern look to the manager, Ikurumi-san.
"I think it's better to explain things a bit more, don't you think?"
"Ah, ahaha, is that so?"
Hmm, I'm starting to feel a bit anxious.
But well, it's probably going to be okay. At least both of them don't seem like bad people.
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