In the embedded world of hospitality, speed is not an option but a must. Attrition, last minute absences and staff shortages during peak seasons are just some of the ongoing challenges hospitality businesses in India face regularly. However, most traditional ways of hiring can take weeks to represent (if not longer) that right candidate.

That’s where Foodism Connect steps in, and reinventing hiring in the Indian food & hospitality scene. Foodism Connect is not a job portal - it has been developed specifically for chefs, cooks, bakers, servers, managers, and all service associated staff. Foodism Connect removes the noise and gives users only qualified, high-intent candidates, who have been validated and prequalified.

Let’s take a closer look at how to streamline your hiring process to just 3 days with Foodism Connect’s unique features.

 

Step 1: Sign In & Build Your Profile

• Download the Foodism Connect App or Sign In.
• Register as an Employer using your business professional details.
• Add your brand logo, location and recruitment contact.
• A completed profile helps build trust and will attract better candidates.

Pro Tip: Verified business profiles have a greater chance of receiving quality applications in a great time frame.

Step 2: Post a Targeted Job

Press on “Post a Job” and choose from the job categories in our App:

• Chefs (Commis I, Head Chef)
• Bakers & Pastry Chefs
• Service Staff & Waiters
• Baristas & Bartenders
• Kitchen Stewards
• Hospitality Managers
• Include a clear job description, required skills, shifts, and CTC range.
• Choose your preferred interview process: walk-in, video call, or on-site.

Pro Tip: Use keywords like “immediate joiner” or “hiring urgently” to attract candidates ready to move fast.

Step 3: Filter Applications Using Instant Filters

When applicants start to flow in (this will usually happen within a few hours), you can use smart filters to filter them down to a shortlist.

• Experience (e.g., 2+ years in fine dining)
• Language skills
• Location
• Salary expectations

Tap on a candidate profile to view all the details, including:

• Resume
• Portfolio
• Signature dish (if the candidate has applied for a chef post)

Pro Tip: Pay attention to Foodism Connect’s unique feature of portfolio building, which allows you to gain a quicker understanding of a candidate. 

Step 4: Communicate & Interview In-App

Use the in-app chat feature to:

• Send a quick introduction message
• Schedule an interview
• Request previous work samples (photos of food plating for chefs)

Why Choose Foodism Connect?

• Hire on Skills, Not Only Experience

The hospitality game has changed. A five-year experience on paper counts for little if a candidate has poor plating skills, cannot handle a team, or is not able to withstand kitchen pressure. Through Foodism Connect, you can access chef portfolios; hence, you are hiring based on actual skill and attitude benchmarks and not just the CV. With candidates uploading photo of their signature dish through which you can understand their presentation skills and creativity. 

• Short listing on a Location Basis

So, you need a tandoor chef in Pune and have applicants from Kolkata. With Foodism Connect, the hyper-local matching algorithm filters candidates not just by city and proximity but also by willingness to relocate. This helps you save time on interviewing candidates you can let go of, either because they cannot move or don't want to.

• Trust-Modifying Tools for Stronger Converts

Verified Job Posts: Whether or not a hired advertiser is a start-up, the posts from verified businesses receive automatic promotion. Therefore, the more credible posts become trusted.

In-App Chat History: All parties involved can see transparent conversations so that both parties can track conversations and follow through.

Internal app metrics showed that businesses with a fulfilled profile and response time within 24 hours had a 4x hiring conversion rate.

For HR managers or franchise owners that manage multiple outlets, this little automation saves massive time. You can also clone a previous job post at the click of a button if you are hiring for the same position!

• Building a Long-Term Employer Brand

Smart recruiters know that its not only about filling vacancy – it is about building a pipeline for tomorrow. Your business profile on Foodism Connect acts as your employer brand because, candidates see consistent job postings, high response rates and positive feedback; all these would make them more likely to stay engaged. Over the time, this reputation leads to organic applications reducing your cost per hire. 

Start Hiring Smarter with Foodism Connect — Post Your First Job Now!