Souschef by Sodexo: An AI-Powered Meal Companion Application

Sous Chef was developed as part of the RCA x Sodexo Studio Project challenge, where it was awarded 2nd place.

Role

Design Futurist, UX Researcher

Industry

AI & Personalization | FoodTech

Duration

6 Months

The Challenge

The project responds to Sodexo’s call for interdisciplinary design interventions exploring the digitalisation of food services and sustainable solutions, with a vision for implementation within 2–5 years. The challenge was to deliver a top-tier consumer experience for food in a hybrid working environment, while addressing social, societal, and environmental impacts.

Impact

Won 2nd Place in the RCA x Sodexo Studio Project Challenge.
Selected by Sodexo for pilot implementation.

Impact

Won 2nd Place in the RCA x Sodexo Studio Project Challenge.
Selected by Sodexo for pilot implementation.

Primary Research: 12 Deep interviews with Gen Z full-time working employees in the UK

The Solution

The User Journey

Team Members:

Neha Parekh
Simran Kad
Kan-Yen Chen

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