Innovative Partnership Aims to Streamline Kitchen Operations Nationwide

LOUISVILLE, Ky., October 22, 2024 — Today, QSR Automations, a global leader in kitchen automation and guest management services, is pleased to announce its strategic partnership with Mellow Mushroom, a standout brand recognized for its atmosphere and coveted stone-baked pizzas. This collaboration will see Mellow Mushroom integrate QSR Automations’ ConnectSmart Kitchen® technology nationwide, enhancing operational efficiency and guest experience.

With over 80 point-of-sale integrations and a reputation for streamlining kitchen operations, ConnectSmart Kitchen is set to play a critical role in Mellow Mushroom’s ability to maintain its high standards of order accuracy and service quality, even as it continues to expand. The technology will help create less chaotic kitchens, improve order accuracy and ensure a consistent guest experience across all locations.

“Our ConnectSmart Kitchen technology is streamlining kitchens for iconic brands, such as Mellow Mushroom,” said Angela Leet, CEO of QSR Automations. “This new partnership will help reduce ticket times, increase guest satisfaction and help Mellow Mushroom continue to innovate in the pizza sphere.”

Implementing ConnectSmart Kitchen will empower Mellow Mushroom to streamline its kitchen operations, ensuring that each order is prepared with precision and delivered promptly. By reducing complexity and improving communication within the kitchen, the technology will enable Mellow Mushroom to continue providing the unique dining experience that has become its hallmark.

“At Mellow Mushroom, we pride ourselves on delivering a unique dining experience, which begins in the kitchen,” Ahsan Jiva, Head of Strategy for Mellow Mushroom, said. “ConnectSmart Kitchen offers the perfect blend of advanced technology and seamless integration, allowing us to focus on what we do best—crafting delicious, memorable hand tossed pizzas for our guests. We’re thrilled to see how this partnership will enhance our operations and support our growth.”

This partnership represents a forward-thinking approach to kitchen management, combining QSR Automations’ innovative technology with Mellow Mushroom’s dedication to delivering exceptional dining experiences. As Mellow Mushroom continues to grow, this partnership is expected to drive greater efficiency and consistency across its restaurants, setting a benchmark for operational excellence in the industry.

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About QSR Automations

QSR Automations, headquartered in Louisville, KY with offices in the United Kingdom, is a global industry leader in kitchen automation and guest management services. Since 1996, restaurant operators have turned to the brand’s signature platform, ConnectSmart®, for customized solutions to improve the guest experience and drive operational excellence. Used in 21 of the nation’s top 25 casual dining chains, ConnectSmart® leverages data to create customized solutions that make calmer kitchens, simpler workflows and happier guests.

We didn’t just pioneer restaurant technology. We perfected it.

About Mellow Mushroom

Mellow Mushroom has been serving out-of-this-world, stone-baked pizzas since 1974. Founded in Atlanta, Georgia & now operating 160+ locations across 16 states, the pizza bakers are all about being high on pizza, people and passion. Elevating the dining experience with A Higher Order of Pizza™, Mellow Mushroom’s coveted secret dough recipe and red sauce have garnered a cult-like following over the years. For more information about Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers and to view the full menu of munchies, salads, pizzas, calzones, hoagies and more, go to MellowMushroom.com, follow on Instagram @MellowMushroom, like on Facebook at Facebook.com/MellowMushroom, or follow on Twitter @MellowMushroom.

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