Dishwashing Attendant
しょっきせんじょうがかり
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
This job involves washing, disinfecting, drying, organizing, and storing dishes and cooking utensils in restaurants, hotels, and other food service establishments. It maintains hygiene standards and supports kitchen staff.
Description
Dishwashing attendants in restaurants, cafes, hospital food service centers, etc., are responsible for cleaning and disinfecting used dishes, cooking utensils, and trays using dishwashers or by hand, then sorting and storing them by type and purpose after drying. They ensure proper use of detergents and machines, manage washing lines, clean work areas, and maintain hygiene to contribute to overall kitchen efficiency and safety. Speed and accuracy during busy periods, as well as coordination with other cooking staff, are required.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected in the food service, medical, and welfare sectors. While automation and mechanization will improve efficiency, demand is expected to continue due to the importance of hygiene management.
Personality Traits
Good at steady work / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time / Night shifts available / Part-time OK / Shift work / Two days off per week / Uniform provided
Career Path
Dishwashing担当 → Kitchen Assistant → Kitchen Staff → Facility Management (Cleaning)
Required Skills
Recommended Skills
Food Hygiene Manager Qualification / Washing Machine Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to spot dirt and hygiene issues. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves standing work and washing tasks, requiring physical strength and endurance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Involves a lot of simple tasks, so logical thinking is not particularly required. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly follows established procedures, with little need for new ideas. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Procedures are standardized, so acquiring new knowledge is limited. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Almost no calculation tasks are required. |
| Planning & Organization | Focuses more on following instructions than detailed planning. |
Aliases
- Dishwasher Staff
- Dishwashing Staff
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