Occupation

Dishwashers

Human Advantage 63%

Significant human skills needed

AI Automation Risk Moderate Risk
3.7 / 10

Some tasks in this role may be augmented by AI, but human oversight and interpersonal skills remain important.

Clean dishes, kitchen, food preparation equipment, or utensils.

Also Known As: Breakdown Person, Dish Machine Operator (DMO), Dish Person, Dish Room Worker, Dish Stacker, Dish Technician, Dish Washer, Dishwasher +19 more

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Core Tasks

  1. Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwashers or by hand.
  2. Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas.
  3. Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
  4. Sweep or scrub floors.
  5. Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition.
  6. Clean garbage cans with water or steam.
  7. Receive and store supplies.
  8. Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
  9. Transfer supplies or equipment between storage and work areas, by hand or using hand trucks.

Supplemental Tasks (4)

  1. Clean or prepare various foods for cooking or serving.
  2. Prepare and package individual place settings.
  3. Load or unload trucks that deliver or pick up food or supplies.
  4. Set up banquet tables.

Education & Training

Job Zone 1 Job Zone One: Little or No Preparation Needed
Education: Some of these occupations may require a high school diploma or GED certificate.
Experience: Little or no previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, a person can become a waiter or waitress even if he/she has never worked before.
On-the-Job Training: Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few days to a few months of training. Usually, an experienced worker could show you how to do the job.

Education Level Distribution

Percentage of workers in this occupation with each education level.

High School Diploma - or the equivalent (for example, GED)
70%
Less than a High School Diploma
30%
Some College Courses
0%

Technology & Tools

Hot Technologies

  • Facebook
  • Microsoft Windows

Tools & Equipment (17)

  • Automatic dishwashing systems
  • Cleaning mops
  • Commercial dishwashers
  • Commercial glasswashers
  • Digital handheld thermometers
  • Dish drying racks
  • Dish-cleaning brushes
  • Drain racks
  • Electric pallet lifters
  • Funnels
  • Handtrucks
  • Kitchen trash compactors
  • Moving dishwasher belts
  • Pot-washing machines
  • Power washers
  • Temperature indicator strips
  • Three-compartment sinks

Where This Career Leads

Career progression organized by specialty track and experience level.

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Zone 1
Dishwashers You are here
Zone 2
Cooks, Short Order 89% match
Zone 3
Chefs and Head Cooks 74% match

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