DISHWASHER RESUME EXAMPLE
Published: Dec 11, 2024 – The Dishwasher maintains a clean, organized dishwashing area by operating machines and manually washing dishes. This position completes cleaning tasks, empty garbage containers, and adheres to Health and Safety policies to ensure a safe and efficient environment. The dishwasher also supports team members with food preparation, order storage, and maintaining knowledge of food and beverage offerings.

Tips for Dishwasher Skills and Responsibilities on a Resume
1. Dishwasher, Riverstone Grill, Springfield, IL
Job Summary:
- Be well-versed in Whistler Blackcomb’s HACCP and Food Safe programs
- Wash all dishes in a safe and timely manner
- Provide clean, sanitized kitchen implements dishes, and cutlery used in food preparation and service
- Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and dry work area at all times and at the end of the day, ensure total clean up and sanitation of a workstation
- Ensure breakage is kept to a minimum and broken glass is disposed of properly
- Return all clean kitchen implements, dishes, and cutlery to proper storage areas
- Remove and place waste in proper containers
- Regularly (every 2 hours minimum) change the water used to wash dishes
- Maintain a high standard of service at all times
- Perform cleaning duties including, but not limited to mopping and removing trash.
Skills on Resume:
- HACCP and Food Safe Knowledge (Hard Skills)
- Dishwashing and Sanitation (Hard Skills)
- Food Prep Support (Hard Skills)
- Cleanliness and Safety (Hard Skills)
- Waste Disposal (Hard Skills)
- Breakage Reduction (Soft Skills)
- Time Management (Soft Skills)
- Teamwork and Service (Soft Skills)
2. Dishwasher, Lakeside Café, Davenport, IA
Job Summary:
- Clean and sanitize equipment in the department (such as pot machines, dish machines, supply closets, grills, hoods, can openers, etc.) and utilize specialized cleaning chemicals.
- Assist in training of new employees.
- Sweep and mop floors throughout the department, and follow established procedures.
- Clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, and other equipment used in the kitchen, and follow established procedures.
- Follow all safety and sanitation regulations.
- Maintain paper towel and soap dispensers throughout the department and sanitize these areas according to procedure.
- Clean and sanitize dishes and related service ware, and follow established procedures.
- Collect and remove trash from all areas of the department, and follow established procedures.
- Clean the dish pit at the end of each shift including mopping the floor, and cleaning out the dish machine.
- Performs other duties as assigned to include occasional minor food prep.
Skills on Resume:
- Equipment Sanitizing (Hard Skills)
- Employee Training (Soft Skills)
- Floor Cleaning (Hard Skills)
- Kitchen Cleaning (Hard Skills)
- Safety Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Dispenser Maintenance (Hard Skills)
- Dishwashing (Hard Skills)
- Trash Removal (Hard Skills)
3. Dishwasher, Oakwood Dining, Boise, ID
Job Summary:
- Keep the dishwashing area organized, tidy, and clean
- Set up the dishwashing area and operate the dishwashing machine
- Have clean dishes available and put them away to serve food
- Set up bus pans for soaking and sinks for manual washing
- Complete cleaning jobs outlined by management teams
- Keep garbage containers emptied and cleaned
- Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and procedures
- Assist all team members whenever needed
- Assist in daily food preparation and order storage/organization
- Develop and maintain a working knowledge and interest in RH food and beverage offerings
Skills on Resume:
- Dishwashing Area Organization (Hard Skills)
- Dishwashing Machine Operation (Hard Skills)
- Dish Storage (Hard Skills)
- Manual Washing Setup (Hard Skills)
- Cleaning Task Completion (Hard Skills)
- Garbage Management (Hard Skills)
- Health and Safety Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Team Support (Soft Skills)