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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

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

  • 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.

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

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

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

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

  • 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.

Technologies & Software

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

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