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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Kitchen Chef” 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%

“Kitchen Chef” 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%

“Kitchen Chef” 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.

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

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

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

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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

Technologies & Software

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

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