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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

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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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

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

  • 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.

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

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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.

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

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

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

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

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

Technologies & Software

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

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