Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Barista?
Today an AI or a robot can barely cover part of a shift. Pace, the physical space, and dealing with people still are the job.
It does not measure how many roles are at risk.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Barista
28%
AI or a robot can already do 28% of this job.
#52 / 103
View rankingBarista
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Prepare or serve hot or cold beverages, such as coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees, or teas.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Receive and process customer payments.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Take customer orders and convey them to other employees for preparation.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Describe menu items to customers, or suggest products that might appeal to them.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Serve prepared foods, such as muffins, biscotti, or bagels.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Prepare or serve menu items, such as sandwiches or salads.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Clean service or seating areas.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 42% | 28% | +11.8 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- comply with food safety and hygiene
- educate customers on tea varieties
- maintain relationship with customers
- greet guests
- handle customer complaints
- upsell products
- handover the service area
- set up the coffee area
- maintain customer service
- work in a hospitality team
Sources for this job· O*NET 35-3023.01· ESCO/ISCO 5132
IS WORK OVER?
Actor
17%
#95 / 103
View rankingActor
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Break down the text, mark and memorise.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Self-tapes and casting materials.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Perform on set, stage or in voice-over.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 22% | 6% | +1.3 |
Rehearse with director and cast.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 10% | +1.6 |
Care for body, voice and emotional continuity.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Promotion, agents and life between jobs.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 18% | +2.5 |
| Total | 100% | 17% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- Break down the text, mark and memorise
- Self-tapes and casting materials
- Perform on set, stage or in voice-over
- Rehearse with director and cast
- Promotion, agents and life between jobs
- actor
- actriz
- actor de cine
- actor de teatro
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-2011.00· ESCO/ISCO 2655