ClearCOGS
ClearCOGS is a technology company that provides AI-powered operations management for the restaurant industry. Their solutions focus on predictive forecasting for food prep, labor, and menu items, aiming to reduce waste and increase profitability. They offer integrations with systems like Toast POS and target various restaurant segments including quick service, fast casual, and full service. ClearCOGS emphasizes a customized and consultative approach, integrating seamlessly with existing tech stacks to provide actionable insights for restaurant operators. Key metrics highlight significant waste reduction and profit margin increases for their clients, with an average onboarding time of 3 weeks. The company was co-founded by Matt Wampler and Osa Osarenkhoe, who leveraged their experience in restaurant ownership and engineering to develop AI solutions for operational challenges.
ClearCOGS
ClearCOGS is a technology company that provides AI-powered operations management for the restaurant industry. Their solutions focus on predictive forecasting for food prep, labor, and menu items, aiming to reduce waste and increase profitability. They offer integrations with systems like Toast POS and target various restaurant segments including quick service, fast casual, and full service. ClearCOGS emphasizes a customized and consultative approach, integrating seamlessly with existing tech stacks to provide actionable insights for restaurant operators. Key metrics highlight significant waste reduction and profit margin increases for their clients, with an average onboarding time of 3 weeks. The company was co-founded by Matt Wampler and Osa Osarenkhoe, who leveraged their experience in restaurant ownership and engineering to develop AI solutions for operational challenges.
TL;DR
What they do: AI-powered per-location demand and menu-item forecasting for restaurants to reduce food waste and optimize prep, ordering, and staffing
Founders: Matt Wampler (Co-founder & CEO) and Osa Osarenkhoe (Co-founder & CPO/CTO)
Recent funding: $3.8M seed round announced April 2025 led by Closed Loop Partners' venture group
Headcount (approx.): 15 employees
Company Overview
Problem Domain
Restaurant operations efficiency, food waste reduction, demand forecasting
Industry
Restaurant technology; SaaS
Funding Track Record
$3.8M
Described as an oversubscribed seed round with participation from Myriad Venture Partners, Level Up Ventures, and others
Investor Signal
“Led by Closed Loop Partners' venture arm with participation from multiple early-stage investors”