One of the greatest things that could happen to a 24 hr facility with as many hard working, creative, and HUNGRY artists and innovators as we have just walked through our door. Pantry Labs is a new company dedicated to bringing fresh and healthy food and drinks to the people 24hrs a day, 7 days a week in the form of their fresh food kiosks. Recently signing with Natural Choice (5427 Telegraph Ave) as their food provider, they are furthering their dedication to keeping things local.
Their proprietary technology was developed to supply offices and warehouses like ours to scale. Pantry is an RFID enables and touch pad controlled refrigerated kiosk that operates around the clock. This technology allows them to monitor real time inventories and refresh items in a timely fashion. This technology also creates an amazing user experience that involves simply the swipe of a credit card – no self-checkout, no pressing buttons – just open the glass door and take what you’re craving. American Steel is proud to be the first placement for Pantry that involves this great new technology!
Our Own Pantry Lab can be found in Bay 6!
Founded by Art Tkachenko, Alex Yancher, and Tony Chen, this team has changed the game for food options in the Bay Area.
Art Tkachenko: Art came up with the idea for Pantry, during a late night food run for his teammates. However nothing was open, so this food run didn’t end with a satisfying meal, but rather an idea that blossomed into Pantry – a kiosk that offers real food 24-7. Art is currently responsible for all facets of the technology that allows for a superb user experience with the Pantry kiosk and a super-efficient inventory management system.
Alex Yancher: Alex joined Art in his mission to provide fresh and healthy meals and snacks because of his passion for healthy eating and bringing transformational businesses into existence. Alex is currently responsible for all operations related to establishing the supply chain, customer acquisition and business development.