In the essay "Drowning in Dishes," what is ironic about the fact that Danial's first position in his new job is the dishwashing station?

It is the one job he hates most at home, and it is ironic that this very job is what teaches him a valuable life lesson.

Explanation:

His manager made him do that job every day until he stopped complaining and he finally did.

The irony of the fact that Daniel's first position in the new job is the dishwashing station lies in the fact that we have previously learned this is the job that he hates the most when he has to do it at home. The outcome is ironic because it is contrary to the outcome that most people would expect. However, the irony is highlighted by the fact that it is also this job which teaches him a lesson on humility and perseverance.