Elior India opens state-of-the-art kitchen facility in Hyderabad Hospitality World

Elior India, a leading company in the contract catering and support services sector, is proud to announce the launch of its newest state-of-the-art kitchen facility in Hyderabad. Spread over 20,000 square feet, the facility was inaugurated by Daniel Derichebourg, Global CEO, Elior Group, and Rohit Sawhney, CEO, Elior India, on 23rd May 2024. Equipped with advanced technology and designed to the highest international standards, the facility aims to improve operational efficiency and quality of service.

Speaking at the ceremony, Derichebourg said: “The opening of this new facility in Hyderabad marks an important milestone for Elior Group as we continue to expand our footprint in India. This investment not only demonstrates our commitment to the Indian market but also reinforces our commitment to providing high-quality, innovative food solutions. We are confident that this facility will set a new benchmark in the industry. The new kitchen will significantly increase our production capacity, enabling us to serve our customers more efficiently and effectively. It will also create many job opportunities in the region, further contributing to the local economy. We are excited about the growth prospects it will bring and remain committed to upholding the highest standards of food safety and quality.” Elior Group's strong performance in the first half of 2023-24 provides leverage for the company to continue both organic investments and add-on acquisitions in India as it aims to become the largest player in the industry in the coming years.

“HYD's gourmet kitchen is state-of-the-art and uses the best technology and equipment. The kitchen is 20,000 sq ft and can prepare 25,000 meals but can be expanded to 30,000 meals. We use best-in-class equipment to ensure the most hygienic cooking while minimising the power required to run the equipment and ensure STP (sewage treatment) so that we can dispose of garbage and use treated water for toilets and cleaning. We will soon start harvesting rainwater so that we can recycle the water,” Sawhney added.

With the new facility up and running, Elior India is poised for significant growth. The company plans to leverage this enhanced capacity to tap into new markets and expand its service offerings. The Hyderabad kitchen embodies Elior's vision of combining global expertise with local insight and will serve as a model for future expansion. By sourcing ingredients locally wherever possible, Elior India aims to further integrate and give back to the community by supporting local farmers and suppliers.

Elior Group is a market leader in facility management services in countries like France, USA and UK and aims to offer this wide range of services to all its clients, including Elior India clients, in the near future.