India Untold
A cloud kitchen is a ghost kitchen that utilizes a commercial kitchen for preparing food for takeout or delivery orders but does not have a dine-in option.
Initially invest small and choose a location that fits the budget and has basic facilities. Have faith in your business and don't expect profit from 1st month as it takes time.
Partner with third-party apps like Swiggy and Zomato in India to reach your customers. This way you can cut the cost of hiring a delivery person and marinating a delivery system.
One cannot start a cloud kitchen in India without FSSAI certificates, GST registration, a Trade license, Health license, and Fire and Safety license.
Make sure that the local foodies know about your cloud kitchen. Swiggy and Zomato are good for getting orders, but for attention and new customers, create a strong online presence.
Know your customer base and price your food items accordingly, however, make sure you are also including the cost of labour and ingredients without lowering the quality.
Hiring the right cooks and chefs makes or breaks the success of a cloud kitchen. Make sure you are hiring people who are as passionate about the venture as you are.
In the online food business, the customer is the king. Make sure you are paying attention to the feedback and tunning the menu and prices accordingly.