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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Sous 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%

“Sous 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%

“Sous 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%

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

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

  • 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.

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

  • 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.

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

  • 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • 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

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

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