Placement Statistics - Last Five Years

Top Recruiting Companies

The following companies consistently recruit graduates from the Catering Technology program:

• McDonald's: Offers roles in food innovation, operations management, and sustainability initiatives.
• Domino's Pizza: Provides opportunities in menu development, quality assurance, and logistics optimization.
• Swiggy: Recruits for data analytics, customer experience enhancement, and delivery route planning.
• Zomato: Hires for product management, marketing strategies, and platform improvements.
• Dhaba: Offers positions in culinary development, restaurant operations, and franchise expansion.
• Starbucks: Sponsors roles in sourcing, sustainability, and customer service innovation.
• The Taj Group: Provides career paths in luxury hospitality, gourmet dining, and culinary research.
• Oberoi Hotels: Seeks candidates for food and beverage management, event planning, and brand development.
• ITC Hotels: Offers roles in corporate catering, hotel operations, and wellness programs.
• Amazon Fresh: Recruits for supply chain optimization, product development, and logistics coordination.
• Walmart Grocery: Sponsors positions in retail analytics, inventory management, and food safety compliance.
• Cargill Foods: Provides roles in food processing, quality control, and agricultural partnerships.
• Nestlé: Offers positions in product innovation, R&D, and marketing strategy development.
• Unilever: Hires for brand management, sustainability projects, and consumer insights research.
• Google: Sponsors roles in AI-driven food recommendation systems, user experience design, and data analysis.

Sector-Wise Analysis of Recruiting Trends

The catering industry has seen significant growth across various sectors. IT/software companies have increasingly recognized the importance of integrating culinary innovation into their services, leading to job opportunities in AI-driven meal planning, smart kitchen systems, and personalized nutrition apps.

Core engineering firms like those involved in manufacturing food processing equipment or developing automation solutions for kitchens are also active recruiters. These roles often involve designing machinery, testing safety protocols, and optimizing energy usage in commercial environments.

In finance, graduates find opportunities as analysts or consultants specializing in agri-food markets, food logistics, and sustainable investing trends. The rise of fintech startups has created demand for professionals who understand both financial systems and food supply chains.

Consulting firms increasingly seek experts who can advise clients on operational improvements, cost reduction strategies, and digital transformation initiatives within the catering sector. These positions require a blend of business acumen and technical knowledge.

Public sector organizations such as PSUs focused on food security, nutrition programs, and rural development also offer employment opportunities for graduates with strong analytical skills and policy understanding.

Internship Season

The internship season typically begins in early summer and concludes by mid-autumn. Students are exposed to real-world scenarios through internships at top catering companies, research institutions, or government agencies.

Historically, the highest stipend offered during internships has been around INR 40,000 per month for full-time positions. Average monthly stipends range between INR 25,000 and INR 35,000 depending on the company, role, and duration of internship.

Internship opportunities are often arranged through direct collaboration with partner organizations or via the institution's placement cell. Students receive guidance on resume writing, interview preparation, and professional networking to enhance their chances of securing internships.