What it pays
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Half of all Dishwashers in the U.S. earn more than $34,810 a year — the middle 80% land between $26,200 and $42,860. About 477,450 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Dishwashers”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Service and sales workers earn about ₹15,575 a month on average — around ₹1.9 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$34,810typical pay / year
477,450people in this work
$42,860+top 10% earn
₹1.9 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Protecting1
Sweep or scrub floors.
+Sweep the dishroom floor now, move the prep tables to reach the corners, scrub stubborn grease with the…
Sweep or scrub floors.
+Sweep the dishroom floor now, move the prep tables to reach the corners, scrub stubborn grease with the degreaser and floor brush, and leave a drying trail free of puddles before the dinner rush at 5:00pm.
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Keeping the record2
Restock items and supplies
+Check the supply shelf and restock clean towels, sanitizer, glove boxes and detergent bottles so there are…
Restock items and supplies
+Check the supply shelf and restock clean towels, sanitizer, glove boxes and detergent bottles so there are minimum two days' worth at each station, note any missing items on the maintenance log and flag low-stock to Sara before the morning shift.
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Perform pre-rinse of dishes
+Pre-rinse all service ware to remove solids, sort plates and utensils by wash cycle, check spray arms and…
Perform pre-rinse of dishes
+Pre-rinse all service ware to remove solids, sort plates and utensils by wash cycle, check spray arms and seals for blockages, record any equipment faults on the maintenance log, and stack washed racks to air-dry for tonight’s rush.
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Fixing1
Remove trash and clean garbage containers
+Collect all kitchen trash and replace liners in the main bins, hose out and disinfect the outside garbage…
Remove trash and clean garbage containers
+Collect all kitchen trash and replace liners in the main bins, hose out and disinfect the outside garbage containers, roll the dumpsters to the curb for the 7:00pm pickup and record the action in the maintenance log if lids or wheels are damaged.
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The daily work16
Receive and store supplies.
+Accept the morning delivery, inspect cartons against the invoice, move heavy boxes to the cold room and dry…
Receive and store supplies.
+Accept the morning delivery, inspect cartons against the invoice, move heavy boxes to the cold room and dry storeroom on pallets, update the stock receiving log with lot numbers and use-by dates, and tag items that need rotation.
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Clean garbage cans with water or steam.
+Wash and sanitize the kitchen garbage cans using high-pressure water or steam until all residue and odors are…
Clean garbage cans with water or steam.
+Wash and sanitize the kitchen garbage cans using high-pressure water or steam until all residue and odors are gone, inspect lids and wheels for damage, dry and place them back by the service entrance before the noon shift.
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Set up banquet tables.
+Set up banquet tables for 120 guests: carry and place twelve 60-inch round tables, fit clean tablecloths and…
Set up banquet tables.
+Set up banquet tables for 120 guests: carry and place twelve 60-inch round tables, fit clean tablecloths and skirting, lay centerpieces supplied by events, and flag any missing linens before the 5pm seating.
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Support other staff with cleaning and prep tasks
+Support cooks and servers by clearing prep stations, sweeping and mopping floors, restocking cleaned pans and…
Support other staff with cleaning and prep tasks
+Support cooks and servers by clearing prep stations, sweeping and mopping floors, restocking cleaned pans and trays to the pass, and prepping three ingredient bins so service runs without delay.
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Follow food safety procedures and regulations
+Follow food safety rules: wear gloves and hair restraint, wash hands between tasks, clean and sanitize…
Follow food safety procedures and regulations
+Follow food safety rules: wear gloves and hair restraint, wash hands between tasks, clean and sanitize cutting boards and utensils after use, and record fridge temperatures on the log for each shift.
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Report safety hazards or equipment issues
+Report any safety hazards or broken equipment immediately: note location, describe the issue with photos if…
Report safety hazards or equipment issues
+Report any safety hazards or broken equipment immediately: note location, describe the issue with photos if possible, tag it out of service, and notify the kitchen manager and maintenance before finishing the shift.
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Pump water and detergent to rotating sprayers
+Operate the pump system to feed water and approved detergent to the rotating sprayers, check pressure and…
Pump water and detergent to rotating sprayers
+Operate the pump system to feed water and approved detergent to the rotating sprayers, check pressure and chemical mix, clear any clogs, and log the maintenance check before leaving the night shift.
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Replace defect components
+Replace the cracked wash pump and worn spray arm on the line 3 dish machine, bench-test both replacement…
Replace defect components
+Replace the cracked wash pump and worn spray arm on the line 3 dish machine, bench-test both replacement parts, secure the access panels, run a full hot chemical cycle to confirm no leaks, then log the intervention in the maintenance book before leaving.
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Maintain records of maintenance interventions
+Record today's maintenance on the kitchen service log: date, machine serial 3D-412, parts replaced (wash…
Maintain records of maintenance interventions
+Record today's maintenance on the kitchen service log: date, machine serial 3D-412, parts replaced (wash pump, spray arm), hours worked, test cycle results, and my name, then take a photo of the log entry and attach it to the repair folder.
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Provide customer follow-up services
+Call the restaurant manager, explain the repairs completed on the line 3 dish machine, confirm the machine…
Provide customer follow-up services
+Call the restaurant manager, explain the repairs completed on the line 3 dish machine, confirm the machine passed the hot chemical cycle, advise them on the 48-hour break-in checks, and offer to return if any fault recurs within seven days.
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Drain water after rinse cycles
+Drain the tub after the rinse cycle finishes, open the underside drain access, run the pump to clear standing…
Drain water after rinse cycles
+Drain the tub after the rinse cycle finishes, open the underside drain access, run the pump to clear standing water into the floor drain, verify no residual puddles remain, and log the time and any blockage found.
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Enter hot water into the tub using an electromechanical valve
+Introduce hot water into the wash tub by activating the inlet valve during the fill step, confirm water…
Enter hot water into the tub using an electromechanical valve
+Introduce hot water into the wash tub by activating the inlet valve during the fill step, confirm water temperature reaches 50–60°C, watch the fill level sensor for correct cutoff, and note valve performance in the maintenance log.
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Dry dishes using various drying methods
+Dry the racks after the final rinse by running the heated drying cycle, or pull racks and air-dry under the…
Dry dishes using various drying methods
+Dry the racks after the final rinse by running the heated drying cycle, or pull racks and air-dry under the exhaust hood when the heater is weak, rearrange items for airflow, and record which drying method was used and cycle time.
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Use diagnostic tools for electronic repairs
+Diagnose the machine's electronic fault by connecting the multimeter and error reader to the control board,…
Use diagnostic tools for electronic repairs
+Diagnose the machine's electronic fault by connecting the multimeter and error reader to the control board, reproduce the fault, check fuses, relays, and sensor voltages, replace any failed component, and file a repair report with readings.
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Maintain equipment
+Perform preventive maintenance on the machine: inspect spray arms, clean filters, tighten fasteners,…
Maintain equipment
+Perform preventive maintenance on the machine: inspect spray arms, clean filters, tighten fasteners, lubricate hinges, run a calibration cycle, and update the equipment maintenance record with parts checked and next due date.
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Lift heavy weights
+Move a loaded rack or replacement part safely by using a two-person lift, position feet, brace the load, use…
Lift heavy weights
+Move a loaded rack or replacement part safely by using a two-person lift, position feet, brace the load, use the dolly for heavy crates over 25 kg, set the load down squarely, and log the lift if any strain occurred.
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