work done for enjoyment; dilettante work
Refers to work undertaken as a hobby or pastime rather than for livelihood; often implies a lack of serious commitment.
His painting is just a hobby; he earns his living from another job.
趣味 is a general term for a hobby or interest, while 道楽仕事 specifically emphasizes work-like activity done for pleasure, often with a nuance of amateurism.
道楽 can mean a hobby or dissipation, but 道楽仕事 narrows the focus to work-like pursuits done for enjoyment.
Compound of 道楽 (どうらく, 'hobby, pastime') and 仕事 (しごと, 'work').