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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Sushi 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%

“Sushi 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%

“Sushi 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

First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

AI Risk 49%
Robot Risk 49%

Food Servers, Nonrestaurant

AI Risk 48%
Robot Risk 47%

Fast Food and Counter Workers

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

  • 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.

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

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

  • 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.

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

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

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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

  • 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.

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

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

Technologies & Software

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

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