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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Chocolatier” 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%

“Chocolatier” 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%

“Chocolatier” 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

First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

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

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

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

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

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

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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

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

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

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Technologies & Software

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

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