Dawn Professional Manual Pot and Pan Detergent is a highly concentrated liquid dishwashing soap that has the grease-fighting power of Dawn and is specifically formulated for tough jobs at your business. This liquid dish soap is specially formulated to help remove greasy food soils from pots, pans and utensils. Dawn dish detergent can work as an all-purpose cleaner for a variety of task areas, including three-compartment sinks (wash sink), countertops, dining areas, cooler doors, windows (outside and inside), portable equipment, trash receptacles, coffeemakers, drive-thru menu boards, and tile walls.