Mostly Resilient
Last Update: 8/30/2026
AI Resilience Score for Food Prep & Serving Worker:
56.8%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
High
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Med
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Low
Contributing sources
AI Resilience Report forMiscellaneous Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers
$35,840 median salary•11,800 annual openings•SOC Code: 35-9090
Miscellaneous Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers are somewhat more resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 3 sources.
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Career: Miscellaneous Food Preparation and Serving Related Workers
They prepare and serve food and drinks, help keep kitchens and dining areas clean, and assist with various tasks to support chefs and waitstaff.
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Employment & Wage Data
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Median Wage
$35,840
Jobs (2025)
85,100
Growth (2025-35)
+5.4%
Annual Openings
11,800
Education
No formal educational credential
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
