Occupation information for Dishwashers District Of Columbia

description

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

Compare Skills
details

Currently Employed: 2,500

Projected Annual Job Openings: 730

Typical Hourly Wage: $16.82 - $17.29

Typical Annual Salary: $34,990 - $35,970

See Job Listings (63) Find Businesses
typical training

Typical education needed for entry: No formal educational credential

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

Find Training
typical job duties
  • Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwashers or by hand.
  • Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas.
  • Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
  • Sweep or scrub floors.
  • Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition.
  • Clean or prepare various foods for cooking or serving.
  • Clean garbage cans with water or steam.
  • Receive and store supplies.
  • Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
  • Transfer supplies or equipment between storage and work areas, by hand or using hand trucks.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Commercial use dishwashers
  • Dish drainer
  • Domestic kitchen funnels
  • Domestic trash compactors
  • Hand trucks or accessories

Technology:
  • Operating system software
  • Web page creation and editing software