Busser vs Dishwasher
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Pay
Busser
$12.49 typical, an hour
Most Bussers earn $9.00 to $16.00 an hour.
From 416 postings that list pay
3,999 open jobs now
Dishwasher
$17.50 typical, an hour
Most Dishwashers earn $16.00 to $18.50 an hour.
From 1,674 postings that list pay
9,010 open jobs now
Dishwashers typically earn about $5.01 more an hour than Bussers.
What each one does
Busser
- Clear and reset tables efficiently for the next guests.
- Maintain cleanliness of the dining room and service areas.
- Stock service stations with utensils, napkins, and other supplies.
- Support servers by delivering food, beverages, and refills.
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards throughout the shift.
- Assist with opening and closing side work duties.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Dishwasher
- Wash and sanitize dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils.
- Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and dish area.
- Remove trash and recycling from the kitchen and dining areas.
- Sweep, mop, and clean kitchen floors and workspaces.
- Operate and maintain commercial dishwashing equipment.
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards.
Summed up from 30 job postings
Skills employers ask for
Busser
Asked for in both
- Safety and Sanitation 3 in 10 postings
- High School Diploma 1 in 15 postings
- Dishware Handling 1 in 15 postings
- Stocking 1 in 15 postings
- Food Handler Certifications 1 in 20 postings
- Food Safety 1 in 20 postings
More common in Busser postings
- Guest Service 1 in 10 postings
- Food Service 1 in 10 postings
- Food & Beverage 1 in 15 postings
- Commercial Cleaning 1 in 20 postings
Dishwasher
Asked for in both
- Safety and Sanitation 2 in 10 postings
- High School Diploma 1 in 10 postings
- Dishware Handling 1 in 10 postings
- Stocking 1 in 30 postings
- Food Handler Certifications 1 in 30 postings
- Food Safety 1 in 10 postings
More common in Dishwasher postings
- Dishroom Operations 4 in 10 postings
- Food Preparation 1 in 10 postings
- Kitchen Management 1 in 15 postings
- Customer Service 1 in 20 postings
Out of each role's current postings.
Open jobs
Busser
Server Assistant - The National
GrapevinemainPay not stated The National, 120 N Robinson Ave, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States of AmericaCustomer ServiceFood ServiceAlcohol ServiceBusser - Bar Verde - NYC Flagship
ClothingPay not stated New York, NYCustomer ServiceFood ServiceEquipment Maintenance
Dishwasher
Restaurant Dishwasher
Saks Fifth Avenue$15 - $19.53/hr Employer statedTroy, Michigan, United States of AmericaSafety and SanitationDishwasher-No Weekends!!
Creative Dining Services$14/hr Employer statedLansing, MI, 48951Safety and Sanitation
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