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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Salad 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%

“Salad 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%

“Salad 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%
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Robot Risk 38%

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AI Risk 45%
Robot Risk 42%

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AI Risk 43%
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Core Skills & Abilities

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

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

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

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

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

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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

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

  • 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.

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

Technologies & Software

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

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