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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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

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

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

  • 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.

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

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

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

  • 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.

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

  • 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

Technologies & Software

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

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