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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Culinary Specialist” 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%

“Culinary Specialist” 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%

“Culinary Specialist” 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%
Robot Risk 49%

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AI Risk 48%
Robot Risk 47%

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AI Risk 46%
Robot Risk 38%

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AI Risk 45%
Robot Risk 42%

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AI Risk 44%
Robot Risk 45%

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AI Risk 43%
Robot Risk 45%

Core Skills & Abilities

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

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

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

  • 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.

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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

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

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

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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

Technologies & Software

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

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