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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Wedding Cake Designer” 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%

“Wedding Cake Designer” 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%

“Wedding Cake Designer” 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

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

  • Arrange for equipment purchases or repairs.

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

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

  • Record production or operational data on specified forms.

  • 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 quantity and quality of received products.

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

  • Demonstrate new cooking techniques or equipment to staff.

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

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

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

  • 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.

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

  • 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.

Technologies & Software

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

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