Metafoodx Featured on Food Tech Stories Ep. 35 with Fengmin Gong

Apr 8

2 min read

Updated: Oct 26

We’re excited to share that Metafoodx CEO & Co-Founder, Fengmin Gong, was recently featured on Food Tech Stories Episode 35!

In the episode, host Megan Thomas chats with Fengmin about how Metafoodx is helping universities, restaurants, and other commercial kitchens operate more efficiently while tackling one of the industry’s biggest challenges: food waste.

Fengmin dives into the innovative technology behind Metafoodx’s platform, explaining how the team gathers real-world input from chefs and operators to build solutions that truly meet kitchen needs. The discussion also looks ahead to the commercial kitchen of the future—where humans and robots collaborate seamlessly to create enjoyable dining experiences for every guest.

🎧 Listen to the episode here and hear how Metafoodx is driving smarter, more sustainable food operations.

Questions to bring back to your kitchen

The episode’s focus on operator input gives dining teams a useful way to evaluate new technology. Ask where staff would record food during an ordinary shift, who would review the results, and which production decision that information would change.

Start with a recurring issue, such as a side dish that returns unserved after lunch. Compare the amount prepared with the amount left over across similar services. Then test one adjustment and record what happens to leftovers, availability, and staff workload. This is a suggested evaluation method, not a result reported in the episode.

Use the conversation as a starting point for a discussion with your chef and shift leads about the information they need.

Metafoodx is a food operations intelligence platform that captures the food journey from prep to plate, so foodservice teams can lower food cost, produce more accurately, and prevent waste before it happens. Ready to see how we can help transform your food service operation? Book a demo with our team today.