3.4ModerateShortage
Cooks
Food Trades Workers · Food Trades Workers
Moderate Risk
Median Weekly Pay
$1,198
Full-time workers
Employment
39,400
Total workers
10yr Growth
+15.2%
Projected to 2034
Shortage Status
Shortage
JSA Official AI Exposure
Automation22.0%
Augmentation61.0%
Key Tasks
- •Examining foodstuffs to ensure quality
- •Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills and other cooking equipment
- •Preparing and cooking food
- •Seasoning food during cooking
- •Portioning food, placing it on plates, and adding gravies, sauces and garnishes
- •Storing food in temperature controlled facilities
- •Preparing food to meet special dietary requirements
- •May plan menus and estimate food requirements
- •May train other kitchen staff and apprentices
Employment Projections to 2034
Median Age
33
Female Share
58.0%
Part-Time Share
63.0%
Skill Level
3 / 5