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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Cook” 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%

“Cook” 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%

“Cook” 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%

Food Servers, Nonrestaurant

AI Risk 48%
Robot Risk 47%

Fast Food and Counter Workers

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

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

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

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

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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Technologies & Software

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

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