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What does a Dishwasher do?

As a dishwasher you do the dishes and maintain the kitchen equipment, always taking hygiene and food safety into account. Whether you work as a plate washer, wash-up kitchen employee or wash-up supervisor, you keep the flow of clean plates, glasses and pots going so the kitchen team can keep cooking. You wash by hand or with the dishwashing machine, dry and store the dishes, clean tools and equipment and keep your workstation organised. You also sort and remove waste. It is an accessible job in the hospitality sector, in kitchens of restaurants, hotels and large catering kitchens, and hospitality businesses in Flanders are almost always looking for reliable dishwashers.

Typical tasks

  • Wash dishes by hand or with the dishwashing machine
  • Dry the dishes and put them away
  • Clean kitchen tools and equipment
  • Maintain the machines and your workstation
  • Organise your workstation in the wash-up area
  • Sort and remove waste
  • Work according to hygiene and food safety rules

Required skills

Knowledge of hygiene and food safety rules (HACCP)Physically fit: standing for long periods in a warm, damp environmentFast and orderly during busy service momentsFlexible for evening and weekend workIndependent and reliable

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Answers to the most common questions about applying via Werkvolk.

What does a Dishwasher do?

A dishwasher does the dishes and maintains the kitchen equipment, always taking hygiene and food safety into account. You wash by hand or with the dishwashing machine, dry and store the dishes and clean tools and equipment. You also keep your workstation organised and sort and remove the waste.

How much does a Dishwasher earn in Belgium?

A dishwasher in Belgium usually earns between 13 and 17 euro gross per hour. The exact wage depends on your experience and the agreements in the hospitality sector. Evening, night and weekend work often brings extra allowances on top.

What is the difference between a Dishwasher and a kitchen porter?

The two roles overlap strongly. A dishwasher focuses on the dishes and the wash-up kitchen: washing, drying and storing plates, glasses and pots. A kitchen porter often has a slightly broader package, with tasks such as clearing tables, receiving deliveries and storing goods. In smaller kitchens one person usually combines both roles.

Is there demand for dishwashers in Flanders?

Yes, hospitality businesses are almost always looking for kitchen help. Restaurants, hotels, brasseries and large catering kitchens need reliable dishwashers to keep the service running. Because the job is accessible and hours are flexible, it is also a popular way to step into the hospitality sector.

Which diplomas or certificates do you need as a Dishwasher?

You do not need a diploma to start as a dishwasher. Employers mainly expect that you work hygienically and follow the food safety rules, which you learn on the job. Motivation, speed and reliability count much more than paperwork.

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