Dishwashing machine operator vs pan washer

The differences between dishwashing machine operators and pan washers can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. Additionally, a dishwashing machine operator has an average salary of $27,596, which is higher than the $26,916 average annual salary of a pan washer.

Dishwashing machine operator vs pan washer overview

	Dishwashing Machine Operator	Pan Washer
Yearly salary	$27,596	$26,916
Hourly rate	$13.27	$12.94
Growth rate	16%	6%
Number of jobs	89,144	34,362
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 53%	High School Diploma, 62%
Average age	36	36
Years of experience	-	-

Dishwashing machine operator vs pan washer salary

Dishwashing machine operators and pan washers have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Dishwashing Machine Operator	Pan Washer
Average salary	$27,596	$26,916
Salary range	Between $21,000 And $35,000	Between $20,000 And $35,000
Highest paying City	-	-
Highest paying state	-	-
Best paying company	-	-
Best paying industry	-	-

Differences between dishwashing machine operator and pan washer education

There are a few differences between a dishwashing machine operator and a pan washer in terms of educational background:

	Dishwashing Machine Operator	Pan Washer
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 53%	High School Diploma, 62%
Most common major	Business	Graphic Design
Most common college	-	-

Dishwashing machine operator vs pan washer demographics

Here are the differences between dishwashing machine operators' and pan washers' demographics:

	Dishwashing Machine Operator	Pan Washer
Average age	36	36
Gender ratio	Male, 82.8% Female, 17.2%	Male, 82.8% Female, 17.2%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 12.4% Unknown, 6.3% Hispanic or Latino, 14.4% Asian, 5.9% White, 59.6% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.4%	Black or African American, 11.2% Unknown, 6.7% Hispanic or Latino, 10.7% Asian, 5.0% White, 64.9% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.5%
LGBT Percentage	5%	5%

Differences between dishwashing machine operator and pan washer duties and responsibilities

Dishwashing machine operator example responsibilities.

Perform washing of dishes, glassware, flatware pots, or pans using dishwashers or by hand.
Collect dishes from tables that previously occupy; disinfect tables after each use and clean the windows.
Ensure food are stored and cook at correct temperature by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
Operate the dishwasher by conveyor, clean food areas, and take out trash.
Clean shelves and rotate stock.-Operated dishwasher.
Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and fryers.

Pan washer example responsibilities.

Maintain cleanliness of equipment and floor adhering to sanitation regulations.
Use a variety of cooking equipment such as wood-ovens, grills, fryers, and various other pieces.

Dishwashing machine operator vs pan washer skills

Common dishwashing machine operator skills

Dishes, 68%
Clean Kitchen, 12%
Food Preparation Equipment, 9%
Dishwashers, 8%
Cooking Equipment, 3%

Common pan washer skills

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Updated January 8, 2025

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