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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Cake Froster” be Automated?

Historical Context: Oxford Study (2013)

Ranked #169 of 702. Estimated risk: 10.0%

Directly assessed by researchers as unlikely to be automatable
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AI Exposure Risk

48%

“Cake Froster” will probably not be replaced by AI.

Based on the cognitive demands, communication requirements, and logical reasoning intrinsic to this occupation according to O*NET data, we project a 48% probability of disruption by generative AI and Large Language Models.

Automation & Robot Risk

51%

“Cake Froster” will maybe be replaced by robots.

Evaluating the physical dexterity, repetitive motion tasks, and manual labor associated with this role, our analysis indicates a 51% likelihood of substitution by advanced robotics systems.

Personal & Financial Insights

Every occupation has a unique profile. For Chefs and Head Cooks, the Bureau of Labor Statistics and O*NET classify the day-to-day work broadly as: Direct and may participate in the preparation, seasoning, and cooking of salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, or other foods. May plan and price menu items, order supplies, and keep records and accounts.

Avg. Annual Salary $64,720
Avg. Hourly Wage $31.11
Available Jobs (US) 182,320
Job Title & Hierarchy Code (SOC) Chefs and Head Cooks #35-1011
Wage vs. National Median
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Data is based on the reference occupation: “Chefs and Head Cooks”

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AI Risk 49%
Robot Risk 49%

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AI Risk 48%
Robot Risk 47%

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AI Risk 46%
Robot Risk 38%

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AI Risk 45%
Robot Risk 42%

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AI Risk 44%
Robot Risk 45%

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AI Risk 43%
Robot Risk 45%

Core Skills & Abilities

  • Order or requisition food or other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation.

  • Prepare and cook foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.

  • Coordinate planning, budgeting, or purchasing for all the food operations within establishments such as clubs, hotels, or restaurant chains.

  • Supervise or coordinate activities of cooks or workers engaged in food preparation.

  • Determine how food should be presented and create decorative food displays.

  • Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations.

  • Meet with sales representatives to negotiate prices or order supplies.

  • Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients.

  • Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

  • Collaborate with other personnel to plan and develop recipes or menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients or the likely number of customers.

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

  • Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions, such as weddings, parties, or banquets.

  • Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services.

  • Check the quality of raw or cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.

  • Analyze recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labor, and overhead costs.

  • Instruct cooks or other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food.

  • Plan, direct, or supervise food preparation or cooking activities of multiple kitchens or restaurants in an establishment such as a restaurant chain, hospital, or hotel.

  • Recruit and hire staff, such as cooks and other kitchen workers.

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

Technologies & Software

  • SoftCafe MenuPro
  • Nutrition analysis software
  • Internet browser software
  • Gemini for Workspace
  • Menu planning software
  • Culinary Software Services ChefTec
  • Microsoft Word
  • Enggist & Grandjean EGS F&B Control
  • ReServe Interactive
  • Delphi Technology
  • Flippy (Miso Robotics)
  • Axxya Systems Nutritionist Pro
  • Toast AI
  • Google Sheets
  • Sage MAS 90 ERP
  • Microsoft Office software
  • EGS CALCMENU
  • ChatGPT (OpenAI)
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • CostGuard
  • ADP eTIME
  • Facebook
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Barrington Software CookenPro Commercial
  • IPro Restaurant Inventory, Recipe & Menu Software
  • GNOME Gnutrition
  • Email software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • GroupMe
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  • Desktop computers
  • Serrated blade knives
  • Food smokers
  • Commercial dishwashers
  • Double boilers
  • Griddles
  • Electric deep-fat fryers
  • Cake decorating tools
  • Fruit zesters
  • Sifters
  • Food shredders
  • Bone saws
  • Food processors
  • Commercial coffeemakers
  • Pressurized steam cookers
  • Gas stoves
  • Bread slicers
  • Meat thermometers
  • Rotisserie units
  • Boning knives
  • Strainers
  • Juice dispensers
  • Chefs' knives
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  • Commercial microwave ovens
  • Paring knives
  • Cream whippers
  • Electric ovens
  • Plane graters
  • Dry or liquid measuring cups
  • Toasters
  • Personal computers
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  • Vegetable peelers
  • Box graters
  • Gas-powered deep-fat fryers
  • Conveyer ovens
  • Mixers
  • Blenders
  • Portion scales
  • Juice extractors
  • Blast chillers
  • Kitchen shears
  • Gas ovens
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  • Rice cookers
  • Apple corers
  • Meat grinders
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  • Woks
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  • Fire suppression blankets
  • Parisian cutters
  • Rolling pins
  • Sieves
  • Instant-read pocket thermometers
  • Kitchen fire extinguishers
  • Grills
  • Kitchen tongs
  • Refrigerator thermometers
  • Meat slicers
  • Broilers
  • Steam kettles
  • Knife sharpeners
  • Laptop computers
  • Ice shaving or crushing equipment
  • Steam tables
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