Dishwashers

About the Role

Dishwashers play a crucial role in food service environments, ensuring cleanliness of dishes and kitchen utensils to maintain hygiene standards.

Other Common Titles

  • Kitchen Helper
  • Dishwasher Assistant
  • Steward
  • Sanitation Worker

Typical Tasks

  • Operate and monitor industrial dishwashing equipment
  • Sort, rinse, and load dishes, utensils, and cookware into dishwasher
  • Unload and organize cleaned dishes and utensils in designated storage areas
  • Manually wash and clean delicate items or equipment that cannot be machine-washed
  • Maintain cleanliness of the dishwashing area and kitchen surfaces
  • Dispose of trash and manage recycling
  • Assist other kitchen staff with basic food preparation tasks when needed
  • Report any maintenance issues with dishwashing equipment to supervisors

Notable People

  • José Andrés Renowned chef and philanthropist who started as a dishwasher and emphasizes the importance of every kitchen role.
  • Catherine de Braganza Queen consort of England who is known for bringing dishes that enhanced the culinary practices of her time.

Recommended Resources

  • The Restaurant Success Cookbook

    A comprehensive guide on running a successful restaurant, including insights into kitchen operations.

  • ChefSteps

    An online resource featuring cooking techniques and recipes that can enhance the skills of kitchen staff, including dishwashing.

  • Cooks Illustrated

    A magazine that offers recipes, kitchen equipment reviews, and cooking techniques, beneficial for anyone aspiring to improve their kitchen skills.

  • The Dishwashing: A Short Film

    A short film that provides insights into the life and challenges faced by dishwashers in a busy restaurant.