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Mayumi Kisaki

Mayumi Kisaki (木崎 真弓, Kisaki Mayumi), is a supporting character in Hataraku Maou-sama! (The Devil is a Part-Timer!). She is the manager of the Hatagaya MgRonald’s, where Sadao Maou, Chiho Sasaki, and occasionally Emi Yusa work. Despite being unaware of the supernatural battles happening around her employees, she plays a crucial role in shaping Maou’s human work ethic and ensuring the smooth operation of MgRonald’s.

Mayumi is a strict but fair manager, known for her tough yet encouraging leadership style. Though she often pushes her employees to work hard, she genuinely cares for their well-being and rewards diligence and responsibility.

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Appearance in anime

Mayumi Kisaki has worked at MgRonald’s for several years, earning her position as store manager due to her strong work ethic and leadership skills. She is fully human and has no knowledge of the supernatural conflicts involving her employees, including Maou’s true identity as the Demon King.

Though she treats Maou, Chiho, and the others as ordinary employees, her high expectations and commitment to excellence unintentionally play a major role in Maou’s character development, as he applies the same discipline and dedication he once had as a ruler of demons to his work at MgRonald’s.

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Appearance

Mayumi has a professional yet approachable look, with short brown hair styled in a casual yet neat manner. She wears the MgRonald’s uniform, consisting of a red collared shirt, black pants, and a black visor cap.

Her posture and body language often convey confidence and authority, reinforcing her role as a leader within the workplace.

Personality

Mayumi is hardworking, serious, and no-nonsense, always prioritizing the efficiency and success of MgRonald’s. She expects her employees to work diligently and does not tolerate laziness or slacking off. However, she is not unreasonable, and those who prove themselves earn her respect and encouragement.

Despite her strict demeanor, she is fair and supportive, often acknowledging and rewarding employees who show dedication. She particularly recognizes Maou’s reliability and leadership skills, making her one of the few people who consistently trusts him in the workplace.

Mayumi is also pragmatic and observant, quickly noticing when something is off among her employees. Though she does not know the supernatural truth behind their conflicts, she can sense tension or unusual behavior and often tries to motivate her workers to stay focused.

While she is mostly a professional figure, she has moments of humor and camaraderie, occasionally teasing her employees or showing her own frustrations with work-related stress.

Role in the Story

  • Mentoring Maou in Human Work Ethics
    As Maou’s manager, Mayumi unknowingly becomes one of his most influential figures in the human world. Her strict but encouraging leadership helps him develop a sense of responsibility and discipline that mirrors his past role as a ruler, leading to his strong commitment to his job at MgRonald’s.

  • Recognizing Maou’s Potential
    Unlike many other characters who underestimate Maou due to his current status, Mayumi quickly recognizes his reliability, often entrusting him with responsibilities beyond those of a regular part-timer. She sees his leadership potential, unknowingly reinforcing the very traits that once made him a feared Demon King in Ente Isla.

  • Unaware but Sharp Observer
    While she has no knowledge of the supernatural battles happening around her employees, she notices unusual interactions between Maou, Emi, and Chiho. However, she usually chalks it up to workplace drama and tries to keep her team focused.

  • Encouraging Chiho’s Growth
    Mayumi also plays a mentor-like role to Chiho Sasaki, pushing her to become more independent and responsible at work. She supports Chiho’s enthusiasm and determination, recognizing her efforts despite her young age.

Relationships

Sadao Maou / Demon King Satan
Mayumi sees Maou as one of her most reliable employees, trusting him with leadership responsibilities despite his part-time status. While she pushes him to work hard, she also acknowledges his dedication, making her one of the few humans who genuinely respects Maou’s abilities without knowing his true identity.

Chiho Sasaki
Mayumi acts as a mentor figure to Chiho, encouraging her to become more responsible at work. She appreciates Chiho’s enthusiasm and hard work but also expects professionalism, helping Chiho grow more independent.

Emilia Justina / Emi Yusa
While Emi is not a regular employee, Mayumi recognizes her efficiency and diligence when she occasionally works at MgRonald’s. She remains neutral about Emi and Maou’s frequent arguments, often dismissing them as simple workplace tensions.

Mitsuki Sarue / Sariel
Mayumi has no direct awareness of Sariel’s true nature, but when Sentucky Fried Chicken rivals MgRonald’s, she treats him as a corporate competitor rather than an enemy in a supernatural battle.

Trivia

    • Mayumi is one of the few human characters in Hataraku Maou-sama! who has no connection to Ente Isla or supernatural events.
      • Despite being unaware of Maou’s past as the Demon King, she unknowingly guides him toward responsible leadership, mirroring his past role.
      • She rarely gets flustered, even when dealing with the unusual antics of her employees.
      • Her work ethic and dedication to MgRonald’s make her one of the most competent managers in the series.
      • She is one of the few authority figures Maou fully respects, even though she’s just a fast-food manager.

    Legacy

      • Mayumi Kisaki may not be involved in the supernatural conflicts of Hataraku Maou-sama!, but her influence on Maou’s human life makes her an essential character in his development. Through her strict yet supportive leadership, she teaches the former Demon King valuable lessons about responsibility, hard work, and professionalism.
        • Her role as a mentor to both Maou and Chiho highlights how ordinary humans can have profound impacts on powerful beings, even without knowing the truth about them. Despite being a minor character, Mayumi remains one of the most competent and respected figures in the series, proving that even in a world of angels, demons, and heroes, a good manager is still one of the most powerful forces to reckon with.