Cut+Dry, a pioneer in foodservice e-commerce solutions, has unveiled “Yes, Chef,” a groundbreaking artificial intelligence (AI) tool tailored exclusively for foodservice distributors worldwide. This marks the first-ever application of AI technology specifically designed for the foodservice sector. Cut+Dry, established in 2019 by the team behind Sysco’s digital transformation, aims to integrate cutting-edge technology into the foodservice industry. “Yes, Chef” is embedded into Cut+Dry’s platform, offering distributor partners the means to boost revenue while minimizing costs.
The AI tool addresses challenges inherent in foodservice distribution, such as thin profit margins, shifting customer demands, and labor-intensive processes. The initial version of “Yes, Chef” focuses on resolving top-of-the-funnel and customer support challenges, empowering sales representatives with effective tools for marketing to restaurant operators. This includes digital prospecting and proposal tools, data-driven AI product recommendations, detailed customer behavior insights, and more. Jim O’Connor, COO and co-founder of Cut+Dry, emphasized the significance of AI in transforming the foodservice industry, offering opportunities for distributors of all sizes to compete effectively in the digital realm.