Convenience Store Chain Tests AI Robot Fry Cook to Boost Quality and Cut Costs

Re-Up convenience store chain installing "Wingman" robot fry cook from Nala Robotics that uses AI to make fried chicken, fries, etc.

Wingman doesn't get sick, works around the clock, cooks consistently to improve quality and save labor costs

Re-Up aims to provide convenient, personalized, safe shopping and dining with AI technology

Recently opened location in Melbourne, FL; other stores in GA, MS, FL, AL

Robotic kitchen tech not new (McDonald's, Chipotle examples), but still working out kinks like cost, reliability issues