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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Cake Maker” 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 Maker” 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 Maker” 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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Related Occupations & Automation Risk

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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%

Food Preparation Workers

AI Risk 45%
Robot Risk 42%

Cooks, Private Household

AI Risk 44%
Robot Risk 45%

Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers

AI Risk 43%
Robot Risk 45%

Core Skills & Abilities

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

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

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

  • 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.

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

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

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

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

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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

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

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

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

Technologies & Software

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

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