Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant Salary in the United States

How much does a Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant in the United States is $31,222 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $15.

However, a Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $35,206
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $28,984 to $33,308
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $26,946
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Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $33,308 $2,776 $641 $16
Average $31,222 $2,602 $600 $15
25th Percentile $28,984 $2,415 $557 $14
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Key Factors That Influence Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant Salaries

A Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $30,658
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $31,069
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $31,743
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $31,835
  • Expert (over 8 years): $31,989
Levels Salary
Entry Level Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant$30,658
Intermediate Level Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant$31,069
Senior Level Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant$31,743
Specialist Level Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant$31,835
Expert Level Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant$31,989
$30,658 0 yr
$31,069 < 2 yrs
$31,743 2-4 yrs
$31,835 5-8 yrs
$31,989 > 8 yrs
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How Do Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Dishwasher Kitchen Attendants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $34,569.
  • California: $34,438.
  • Massachusetts: $33,979.

Top Paying Cities for Dishwasher Kitchen Attendants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $39,380
  • San Francisco: $38,993
  • Oakland: $38,128

What Skills Can Increase a Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 6.26% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Food Service (Mentioned in 5.1% Job Postings): The foodservice or catering industry includes the businesses, institutions, and companies which prepare meals outside the home.
  • Work Ethic (Mentioned in 2.19% Job Postings): A belief that work and diligence have a moral benefit and an inherent ability, virtue or value to strengthen character and individual abilities. A set of values centered on importance of work and manifested by determination or desire to work hard.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 6.26%
Food Service 5.1%
Work Ethic 2.19%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant's salary.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • WFM: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Food Safety: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Commitment
$32,783
5%
WFM
$32,159
3%
Food Safety
$31,846
2%
Innovation
$31,846
2%
Dedication
$31,846
2%
Customer Service
$31,846
2%
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Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant

Salaries for a Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $32,369 in 2023 to around $31,661 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Dishwasher Kitchen Attendant Over Time

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2024 $32,271
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