Menu Order AI Appoints Krishna Kumar as Chief Operating Officer
Jul 4, 2026 | By Startuprise io

Menu Order AI has appointed Krishna Kumar as its Fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO), strengthening the leadership team as the company continues to expand its AI-powered platform for restaurants and consumers.
In his new role, Kumar will lead engineering, product operations, strategic partnerships, and enterprise growth. He will also help scale the company's platforms for both restaurant businesses and consumers.
Krishna brings decades of experience in artificial intelligence, software development, enterprise technology and product leadership. Throughout his career, he has built high performing teams and helped companies turn innovative ideas into scalable technology products.
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Since its launch, Menu Order AI has been downloaded more than 150,000 times and now has around 35,000 monthly active users. The platform helps people discover personalized menu recommendations based on their dietary preferences and nutrition goals, including high-protein, low-carb, and GLP-1-friendly options.
The company is also expanding its QR code platform for restaurants. Customers can scan a QR code at participating restaurants to receive AI powered menu recommendations instantly, without needing to download an app.
"I am excited to join Menu Order AI during such an important stage of its growth," said Krishna Kumar, Chief Operating Officer. "Artificial intelligence is transforming every aspect of the restaurant industry and Menu Order AI is uniquely positioned to improve both the guest experience and restaurant performance. I look forward to helping build the next phase of the company's growth."
"Krishna's operational expertise and deep understanding of artificial intelligence make him an invaluable addition to our leadership team," said Melissa Butler, Founder & CEO of Menu Order AI. "As we continue expanding our restaurant partnerships and consumer platform, his leadership will help accelerate our mission of becoming the intelligence layer between restaurant menus and diners."
About Menu Order AI
Founded in 2025 by Melissa Butler, Menu Order AI is an AI-powered restaurant recommendation platform that helps people choose meals based on their nutrition goals and dietary preferences. The platform provides personalized menu recommendations for dine-in, takeout, delivery and drive-thru orders. It also helps restaurant partners improve the customer experience by offering AI powered menu guidance that makes it easier for guests to find meals that match their needs.
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