Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Waiter?
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 is not an estimate of how many people will lose their work.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Waiter
28%
AI or a robot can already do 28% of this job.
#53 / 103
View rankingWaiter
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Collect payments from customers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals, and take action to correct any problems.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Remove dishes and glasses from tables or counters, and take them to kitchen for cleaning.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Prepare checks that itemize and total meal costs and sales taxes.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Clean tables or counters after patrons have finished dining.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Take orders from patrons for food or beverages.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Write patrons' food orders on order slips, memorize orders, or enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Inform customers of daily specials.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 58% | 28% | +16.2 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- wine characteristics
- sparkling wines
- select glassware for serving
- comply with food safety and hygiene
- order supplies
- organise wine cellar
- upsell products
- check wine quality
- serve wines
- assist customers
Sources for this job· O*NET 35-3031.00· ESCO/ISCO 5131
IS WORK OVER?
Copywriter
26%
#79 / 103
View rankingCopywriter
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Vary language and tone of messages based on product and medium.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 21% | 28% | +5.9 |
Develop advertising campaigns for a wide range of clients, working with an advertising agency's creative director and art director to determine the best way to present advertising information.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 19% | 22% | +4.2 |
Discuss with the client the product, advertising themes and methods, and any changes that should be made in advertising copy.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
Present drafts and ideas to clients.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 22% | +3.1 |
Write articles, bulletins, sales letters, speeches, and other related informative, marketing and promotional material.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Review advertising trends, consumer surveys, and other data regarding marketing of goods and services to determine the best way to promote products.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Invent names for products and write the slogans that appear on packaging, brochures and other promotional material.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Conduct research and interviews to determine which of a product's selling features should be promoted.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 2% | 48% | +1 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- musical genres
- musical notation
- music literature
- musical theory
- copyright legislation
- study music
- write songs
- match lyrics to mood of melody
- write to a deadline
- create a rhyme scheme structure
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-3043.00· ESCO/ISCO 2641