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Dishwashing is a good entry-level job for building work experience and potentially moving up in kitchens. The work itself is tough, but it's accessible and can lead to culinary careers.
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Dishwashing isn't glamorous, but it's honest work and many successful chefs started here. If you show up reliably and work hard, you can move up to prep cook within months. Just don't stay in the dish pit forever - use it as a stepping stone.
starting
$12-14/hr
average
$14-17/hr
Top Earners
$17-19/hr (high-end restaurants)
Usually evening shifts covering dinner service. 4-8 hour shifts, 20-40 hours per week.
Most dishwashers move up or on within 6-18 months. Some make careers as dish leads at volume restaurants.
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