Krishna Kumar joins Menu Order AI as COO to drive restaurant tech scale

Based in Needham, Massachusetts, the company is looking to Kumar to oversee its engineering, product operations, and strategic partnerships. Founder and CEO Melissa Butler emphasized that Kumar’s background in building scalable software platforms will be critical as the company pivots toward becoming the primary intelligence layer between restaurant menus and diners.

Currently, the platform supports 35,000 monthly active users, offering personalized dietary guidance that includes high-protein, low-carb, and GLP-1-friendly options. Beyond the consumer app, the company is aggressively expanding its QR code technology, which allows diners to access AI-driven menu insights without the friction of a formal app download. Kumar noted that his immediate focus is on leveraging these tools to improve both individual guest experiences and overall restaurant performance.