Dishwashers

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 0 (0%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 0 (0%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 13 (100%)

• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwashers or by hand.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Sweep or scrub floors.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Clean garbage cans with water or steam.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Receive and store supplies.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Transfer supplies or equipment between storage and work areas, by hand or using hand trucks.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Clean or prepare various foods for cooking or serving.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Prepare and package individual place settings.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Load or unload trucks that deliver or pick up food or supplies.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task
• Set up banquet tables.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task