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Career Details : Dishwashers

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Description

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

Experience

No previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, a person can become a general office clerk even if he/she has never worked in an office before.

Education

These occupations may require a high school diploma or GED certificate. Some may require a formal training course to obtain a license.

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.

Tasks

  • Cleans and maintains work areas, equipment, and utensils.
  • Carries or transfers by hand truck supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
  • Removes garbage and trash and places refuse in designated pickup area.
  • Stocks serving stations with food and utensils.
  • Loads or unloads trucks used in delivering or picking up food and supplies.
  • Sets up banquet tables.
  • Cleans and prepares various foods for cooking or serving.
  • Prepares and packages individual place settings.

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    Important Abilities

    General Work Activities

    Important Skills

    Frequent Work Context

    • Indoors
    • Standing
    • Hazardous Situations
    • Importance of Being Sure All Is Done
    • Job-Required Social Interaction

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