Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Executive chef?
A dish sheet and a supplier order move earlier. The pass, the brigade, and a house’s taste do not.
It also does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Executive chef
19%
AI or a robot can already do 19% of this job.
#91 / 103
View rankingExecutive chef
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Menus, dish sheets and food cost.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 18% | 38% | +6.8 |
Orders, suppliers and waste.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Pass, plating and service pace.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 20% | 10% | +2 |
Lead the brigade, shifts and conflicts.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Cook on the line and correct doneness.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
Hygiene, audits and the house’s name.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 19% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- cook
- mise en place
- dishes
- bake
- Menus, dish sheets and food cost
- Orders, suppliers and waste
- Pass, plating and service pace
- Lead the brigade, shifts and conflicts
- Cook on the line and correct doneness
- Hygiene, audits and the house’s name
Sources for this job· O*NET 35-1011.00· ESCO/ISCO 3434
IS WORK OVER?
Barista
28%
#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