Kroger expands ClusterTruck ghost kitchens tie up

US retailer The Kroger Co. is launching two on-premise ghost kitchens at stores in Metro Indianapolis, IN and Metro Columbus, OH.

Developed in partnership with startup ClusterTruck, this expands on a pilot conducted last year, where the grocer set aside 1,000 square feet at the aforementioned stores for ClusterTruck to cook meals for delivery and in-store pickup.

We’re excited to expand our partnership with @clustertruck, a #Midwest technology start-up that operates delivery-only restaurants, with the launch of two on-premise ghost kitchens in Ohio and Indiana.

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— Kroger News (@KrogerNews) October 8, 2020

“We remain focused on providing our customers with fresh food and experiences enabled by industry-leading insights and transformative technology," says Dan De La Rosa, Kroger's Group VP of Fresh Merchandising.

"The new on-premise kitchen is an innovation that streamlines ordering, preparation and delivery, supporting Kroger as we meet the sustained customer demand for quick, fresh restaurant quality meals, especially as we navigate an unprecedented health crisis that has affected every aspect of our lives, including mealtime."

"ClusterTruck combines leading software, high quality ingredients, and delicious variety to elevate the prepared food delivery experience," comments Chris Baggott, ClusterTruck Co-founder and CEO.

"As the prepared food delivery category continues to explode, we're thrilled to play such a pivotal role in Kroger's fresh and forward-thinking meal delivery strategy."