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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Confectioner” 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%

“Confectioner” 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%

“Confectioner” 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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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.

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

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

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

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

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

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

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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

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

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

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

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

  • 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.

Technologies & Software

  • GNOME Gnutrition
  • Email software
  • Menu planning software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Toast AI
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • IPro Restaurant Inventory, Recipe & Menu Software
  • ADP eTIME
  • ReServe Interactive
  • Internet browser software
  • Enggist & Grandjean EGS F&B Control
  • EGS CALCMENU
  • Delphi Technology
  • ChatGPT (OpenAI)
  • Google Sheets
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Barrington Software CookenPro Commercial
  • Microsoft Word
  • Facebook
  • Axxya Systems Nutritionist Pro
  • Culinary Software Services ChefTec
  • Sage MAS 90 ERP
  • Microsoft Office software
  • CostGuard
  • GroupMe
  • Gemini for Workspace
  • Flippy (Miso Robotics)
  • Nutrition analysis software
  • SoftCafe MenuPro
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