The dual role of AI in enhancing and challenging skills, creativity and innovation of Michelin-star chefs

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ID21296482
AutoresFaruk Seyitoğlu (0000-0002-7859-6006, Mardin Artuklu University Faculty of Tourism, , ,), Serkan Yiğit (0000-0003-1284-7236, Mardin Artuklu University Faculty of Tourism, , ,), Özkan Demir (0000-0002-0603-1049, Balikesir University Department of Gastronomy and Culinary Arts)
Ano2026
Páginas1-18
Data de publicação2026-02-09
Peer ReviewedSim
Open AccessNão
TipoARTICLE
PeriódicoBritish Food Journal (JOURNAL)
Identificadores do periódicoISSN: 0007-070X • E-ISSN: 1758-4108
EditoraEmerald (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.1108/bfj-11-2025-1521
OpenAlexW7128061259
IdiomaEN
Referências citadas40

Purpose This study examined the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven technological tools in Michelin-starred restaurant kitchens on the general skills, creativity and innovativeness of chefs. Design/methodology/approach Following the qualitative research approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 23 chefs working in Michelin-starred restaurants. Findings The findings identify three main areas of impact of AI-driven tools: culinary skills, creativity and innovation. The findings reveal a complex relationship between AI-driven tools and culinary expertise in Michelin-starred kitchens. First, while AI-driven tools have the potential to diminish skills, they also facilitate skill development and knowledge acquisition. Chefs acknowledge AI's potential to expand creativity through new techniques, but also consider AI-driven tools a potential limiter or threat to creativity. They emphasise the need to balance the use of AI-driven tools with traditional skills. Moreover, the dual role of AI as both an enabler and a limiter underscores the need for strategic integration that inspires without compromising the authenticity of haute cuisine. Originality/value The study contributes to understanding how and why AI-driven tools benefit or challenge human skills, creativity and innovation, which can guide Michelin-star restaurants and their chefs in adopting AI technology

Creativity · Dual (grammatical number) · Dual role · Enabling · Flexibility (engineering) · Qualitative research · AI in Service Interactions · Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare and Education · Culinary Culture and Tourism