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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Water Transportation Cook” 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%

“Water Transportation Cook” 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%

“Water Transportation Cook” 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

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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%

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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

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

  • Check the quantity and quality of received products.

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

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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

  • 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.

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

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

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

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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

  • 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.

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

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

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

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

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

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

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

Technologies & Software

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

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