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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Master 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%

“Master 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%

“Master 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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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%

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AI Risk 44%
Robot Risk 45%

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AI Risk 43%
Robot Risk 45%

Core Skills & Abilities

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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

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

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

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

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

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

Technologies & Software

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

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