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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Chef Manager” 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%

“Chef Manager” 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%

“Chef Manager” 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

  • 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.

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

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

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

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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

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

  • 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.

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

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

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

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

Technologies & Software

  • Menu planning software
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Nutrition analysis software
  • Enggist & Grandjean EGS F&B Control
  • GNOME Gnutrition
  • Microsoft Word
  • Internet browser software
  • EGS CALCMENU
  • CostGuard
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Sage MAS 90 ERP
  • GroupMe
  • Google Sheets
  • Facebook
  • ReServe Interactive
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Delphi Technology
  • Axxya Systems Nutritionist Pro
  • SoftCafe MenuPro
  • Barrington Software CookenPro Commercial
  • Toast AI
  • ADP eTIME
  • Culinary Software Services ChefTec
  • IPro Restaurant Inventory, Recipe & Menu Software
  • ChatGPT (OpenAI)
  • Gemini for Workspace
  • Email software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Flippy (Miso Robotics)
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  • Personal computers
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  • Cream whippers
  • Kitchen tongs
  • Rice cookers
  • Commercial coffee grinders
  • Sifters
  • Bread slicers
  • Paring knives
  • Mandolines
  • Carbonated beverage dispensers
  • Cake decorating tools
  • Food shredders
  • Apple corers
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  • Sieves
  • Juice extractors
  • Dry or liquid measuring cups
  • Garbage compactors
  • Blast chillers
  • Pasta machines
  • Meat thermometers
  • Ice-making machines
  • Gas ovens
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  • Toasters
  • Woks
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  • Knife sharpeners
  • Refrigerator thermometers
  • Food smokers
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  • Gas-powered deep-fat fryers
  • Kitchen shears
  • Desktop computers
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  • Rotisserie units
  • Plane graters
  • Braziers
  • Fire suppression blankets
  • Waffle makers
  • Meat slicers
  • Griddles
  • Juice dispensers
  • Salamanders
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  • Grills
  • Double boilers
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  • Electric deep-fat fryers
  • Infrared heat lamps
  • Melon ballers
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  • Mixers
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  • Boning knives
  • Steam tables
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  • Instant-read pocket thermometers
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  • Rolling pins
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