Category: Cloud Kitchen


FINANCIAL INPUT TO START THIS BUSINESS
Initial Investment: Rs.2,00,000 Commissions to Aggregators (ZOMATO/SWIGGY): 22%
Turnover to Break Even: Rs. 3,25,000 Gross Profit Margin: 75%
Typical Time Requirement to Breakeven: 6 months Payment Cycle from Aggregators: 10 Days
Running Expenses Per Month Annually
Workplace rentals Rs. 0 Rs. 0
Staff Cost (1 Staff) Rs. 12,000 Rs. 1,44,000
Sundry Expenses Rs. 3,000 Rs. 36,000
Advertisement on Zomato & Swiggy Rs. 3,000 Rs. 36,000
Total Running Expenses Rs. 18,000 Rs. 2,16,000

*Initial Investment Breakup: Brand Fee: Rs.100000 Kitchen equipments: Rs.100000

You can operate this business from home. Hence we’ve assumed zero rental cost. Franchisee fee varies based on brand. In this particular case we’ve assumed a franchisee fee of INR 100000 in which one can get multiple brands under the umbrella of “WHAT A SANDWICH”. If you are looking for only on brand, you can start with a franchisee fee only INR 50000. Both material and marketing are taken care of by the Franchisor. They can also deliver material to your doorstep. If you are not able to hire the right labour, the franchisor can help you with that as well

This is a very convenient business model as you can choose the days and time when you want to switch on your business and accept orders on Zomato/Swiggy. For advertisement on Zomato & Swiggy, the typical cost is INR 20 per click

These numbers have been obtained by interviewing cloud kitchen owner in Pune. Your number may very based on your location and other factors. If you want to start a cloud kitchen business you can also talk to an expert business owner. Simply scroll below to schedule your call

Revenue and Profit Projections

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Revenue 5,00,000 10,00,000 13,00,000 15,00,000 20,00,000
Net Profit -25,000 0 1,00,000 2,50,000 5,00,000