Miton GastroTech
We are Miton's team, which focuses on the digitalisation of gastronomy.
Why are we here
Thanks to new technologies and work with data, we are digitising Czech gastronomy to make it easier to do business. Successful business = satisfied owner = satisfied guest.
Our values
We believe that quality food has the power to change lives. We build on sustainability, fair relationships and a love for our craft. We want food service to be healthy - for people, businesses, and the planet.
Our results
Our tools help restaurants, bistros, eateries, and hotels grow and operate efficiently. Last year, we handled more than CZK 36 billion worth of transactions, covering over 21% of the Czech food service market.
Who we help
We believe in connected gastronomy. We support those who make up its entire chain - from farmers and suppliers to chefs and guests. We help those who want to make gastronomy better.
"When I went to Miton, we were tuning up the MVP of Qerko and getting ready to launch at the first restaurant. Miton jumped into Qerko right out of the gate - not just with the finances, but with a proactive approach and strategic support. It wouldn't have been possible without such a partner. 💚"
Lukáš Kovač
founder of Qerko
Our vision
Striving for better gastronomy for guests and entrepreneurs
The whole industry has been undergoing a transformation in recent years, primarily due to post-covid changes in the behaviour of us, the guests. Gastronomy has a technological debt that it needs to catch up. Equally, generational renewal brings new needs to the business.
Doing business in the hospitality industry is very demanding not only in terms of time but also in terms of complexity. We want entrepreneurs in the industry to be happy and to be able to do what they enjoy and what they know. Technology helps them solve the rest. We want to be very active and become the ones who can best address their technology needs.
However, the hospitality industry must keep its human face, brought by enthusiastic entrepreneurs. On the other hand, modern tools that allow people to focus on what they are best at can be of fundamental help in activities where it makes sense.
Doing business in the hospitality industry is very demanding not only in terms of time but also in terms of complexity. We want entrepreneurs in the industry to be happy and to be able to do what they enjoy and what they know. Technology helps them solve the rest. We want to be very active and become the ones who can best address their technology needs.
However, the hospitality industry must keep its human face, brought by enthusiastic entrepreneurs. On the other hand, modern tools that allow people to focus on what they are best at can be of fundamental help in activities where it makes sense.
When and how much we invest
Pre-seed
Seed
Series A
For many portfolio companies, we've been there from the very start – through the product development phase or looking for the right product-market fit.
300k-2M €
Standard initial investment + follow-up investments in the same range or higher.
Our portfolio
Of the 230 billion spent in gastronomy in Czechia each year, one fifth flows through Miton's GastroTech projects.
Qerko
Self-service payment at restaurants. Just scan the QR code on the table. 200 thousand active users per month. This solution enhances table turnover and optimizes staff efficiency for restaurants.
Gastrotech
SaaS
Idea (2018)
Scaling
Grason
On-demand staffing solution helping companies find, hire and manage flexible workers. On the other hand, giving workers complete control over their lifestyle and the freedom to choose how they want to work.
Gastrotech
HR Tech
Early growth (2019)
Scaling
Septim
With more than a thousand clients and annual transactions totalling over 1 billion Euro, Septim is one of the largest cash register systems in Czechia.
Gastrotech
Mature (2021)
Mature
Pecosta
B2B online platform that connects restaurants with suppliers and radically simplifies the work with ingredients.
Gastrotech
Early growth (2022)
Scaling
Harsys
A system for efficient operation management of large catering operations, chains and catering services with the possibility of storing data outside the cloud.
Gastrotech
Mature (2022)
Mature
POS Experts
Hardware and software solution for POS systems that simultaneously supports retail, manufacturing and shipping.
Gastrotech
Mature (2024)
Mature
Protel
Protel Systems is a contract distributor of the Protel hotel system for Czechia and Slovakia. It is used in more than 120 of the largest hotels, with a total of almost 10,000 rooms.
Gastrotech
Mature (2024)
Mature
Savarin
A POS system that also functions as a restaurant and hotel system.
Gastrotech
Mature (2023)
Mature
How we work
We are close to founders
We strive to contribute to their success from day one, even before the investment. After two decades of building companies, we know well what truly matters and what is a waste of time. We invest according to the "fewer projects, more focus" principle.
We invest our own capital
That means the ultimate 'skin in the game'. This commitment allows us to break free from the traditional funding cycles that typically demand shareholder payouts within a five-year horizon.
Team
The people on the Miton team who are working on this topic.
Milan Zemánek
I head the Miton team, which is focused on gastro tech. I have a long history in this area, and it is, simply put, my bliss. I love to see things happen and connect people and projects that can take Czech gastronomy to the next level.
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Tomáš Mráz
The Czech hospitality industry is undergoing a revolution caused by generational change, new trends, and new guests and their habits. I want to be part of this change and actively contribute to the transformation of Czech gastronomy. I believe that technology will be the key to its success.
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Ondřej Štěpánek
I like complexity and connecting different topics; the gastro tech segment encourages this. Moreover, the market is enormous, and even small incremental changes in its functioning significantly impact customer experience and business efficiency. I'm also the right person to call if you want to contact us.
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Jakub Rafaj
Either we know, or we only assume—a well-conducted user survey saves money and reveals fundamental gaps in the market. Simply great design solves real problems at scale. And a healthy belly matters. That's also why I love being on the GastroTech team, where food plays a key role.
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Tomáš Jiroušek
I see gastronomy as a sector that is structurally underinvested and, at the same time, extremely demanding on operational efficiency - that is why it offers room for meaningful innovation with real impact. My projects focus on growth strategy, financial management and investment evaluation, but I often go executive when there is a need to support change on the ground. I enjoy finding ways for technology and data to help businesses grow smartly and healthily - while creating an environment where every link in the chain has a clear value proposition.
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Pavel Nosek
After years of law practice, where I specialised mainly in competition law and transaction advisory, I naturally moved into the field of investments. At Miton GastroTech, my primary focus is on acquisitions, structuring transactions and setting up internal processes including reporting. I particularly enjoy working where law meets business and where there is a need to analyse and make strategic decisions.
Contact us
We hold great respect for anyone with the courage to build something innovative. Don't hesitate to reach out and contact us.