Our story
Nice to meet you
We’re Máté, Tom and Laurence, co-founders of Growth Kitchen. Born out of a need for higher quality and tastier food options whilst travelling in more remote places as consultants, we knew there must be a better way to do delivery.
At Growth Kitchen, we envision a future where we revolutionise how the world eats by helping restaurant brands and kitchens scale and deliver high quality food to customers in new locations.
Our mission is to drive growth, collaboration, and innovation in the food industry, without compromising on food quality and standards.
We envision a future where ambitious restaurants can scale as effortlessly as large chains, and customers in smaller cities have access to as many high-quality options as those in major cities
THE PROBLEM
Delicious, high-quality food is not currently available to everyone
Since the birth of restaurants and dining out, people in smaller cities and towns have had limited options when compared to their counterparts in larger cities. This is because until now, it has not made sense for established restaurant brands to open up storefronts in these locations – opening new physical locations is expensive, resource intensive, and risks jeopardising brand consistency and reputation. Therefore, traditionally, expansion has been limited to the most densely populated areas.
OUR SOLUTION
We partner with restaurant brands to reach underserved areas
Now that the most popular delivery apps are present in over 90% of small and mid-sized towns, there is ±30 million people who are currently looking for more food options. We deploy established restaurant brands across our UK-wide network of Growth Kitchens: high quality commercial kitchens who cook our partner restaurant brands alongside their existing operations.
Meet our people and hear why they love working at Growth Kitchen
Mate Kun
CEO, Co-Founder
“Solving hard, exciting challenges together with super smart and motivated people. Every minute in the office is so much fun!”
Tom Gatz
Executive Chair, Co-Founder
“I love being surrounded by smart people who are passionate about food and love building new things!”
Laurence Holmes-Smith
Head of Operations, Co-Founder
“I love having the opportunity everyday to wear multiple hats, constantly grow, and directly contribute towards success.”
Hugh Hollins
Sales Manager
“I get to talk with new people every single day, and feel like we are genuinely helping them improve their businesses.”
Spencer Mobley
Account Manager Lead
“I love how varied my job is – one day I’m looking at data across 100 sites, the next I’m serving customers in a kitchen!.”
Max Boyce
Product Operations
“GK is an incredibly exciting and dynamic business to be part of with an awesome culture too!”
Chris Lam
Growth Manager
“I love working alongside smart and motivated people who also know how to have a good laugh!”
Lia Shibata-Myers
Customer Success Associate
“Joining the innovative team at Growth Kitchen has been amazing! Every day offers new opportunities to get stuck in and help make a positive difference”
Victor Raquem
Operations Manager
“Growth Kitchen gives lots of opportunities in a wide variety of fields. As Operation Manager, GK helps me grow and learn new things.”
Afonso Viegas
Account Executive
“Surrounded by smart, passionate people, I’m helping redefine the future of food delivery—making it faster, smarter, and more human.“
Goran Motika
Operations Assistant
“I enjoy my role at Growth Kitchen because of the incredible teamwork, room to grow, and the meaningful results we achieve together.“
Imo Butcher
Account Executive
“I love being part of a team that’s not only innovative but also supportive and fun. It’s amazing to work on cool projects with people who inspire me every day.“
Mimi Elvin
Sales Development Representative
“I love working at Growth Kitchen because I’m surrounded by brilliant, supportive people and have the freedom to own and shape my work.“
Anya Beri
Sales Development Representative
“ I love the energy at GK. Every day is a new opportunity to learn & grow alongside a super driven team.“
Andy Ridpath
Operations Manager
“Growth Kitchen gives lots of opportunities in a wide variety of fields. As Operation Manager, GK helps me grow and learn new things.”
Rodrigo Arguello Roa
Operations Manager
“I enjoy collaborating with supportive and ambitious colleagues, and I’m love the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across all departments.“
Monica Castro
Operations Manager
“ I love working at GK — you’re valued for your strengths, surrounded by amazing people & clients who make work exciting and meaningful, and constantly supported to grow.“
Edward Brooks
Operations Manager
“I love working in a place where your ideas are valued and you feel like you have a direct impact on the business.”
Shea York
Operations Manager
“Growth Kitchen is an ever evolving company that gives you the freedom and support to make direct contributions to both yours and their success.“
Grace Whittaker
Sales Development Representative
“I love working at GK in an environment with likeminded people who value good food in a supportive, collaborative team!“
George Ludlam
Sales Development Representative
“It’s great to be a part of an excellent team that consistently delivers and makes each day exciting and rewarding.“
Tom Walters
Sales Development Representative
“At GK each opinion is valued and it’s great to be part of a team where you have all the support and tools to succeed from the start!“