Dishwashers
On the Job
Dishwashers clean dishes, utensils, and other food preparation equipment. They may be responsible for cleaning kitchens.
Physical Demands
This career requires time standing, walking, or running.
Typical Work Tasks
People who work in this career often:
- Package food or supplies.
- Prepare foods for cooking or serving.
- Stock serving stations or dining areas with food or supplies.
- Store supplies or goods in kitchens or storage areas.
- Arrange tables or dining areas.
- Clean food preparation areas, facilities, or equipment.
- Clean tableware.
- Move equipment, supplies or food to required locations.
- Remove trash.
Typical Working Conditions
- Standing.
- Working with a group or team.
- Freedom to make decisions without supervision.
- Wearing common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, or life jackets.
- Frequent contact with others.
- Close physical proximity with other people.
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