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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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AI Risk 49%
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Robot Risk 38%

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Robot Risk 42%

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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.

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

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

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

Technologies & Software

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

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