Nikhil Baxi Email and Phone Number
Entrepreneurial leader passionate about bringing innovative dining experiences to life. With over a decade of expertise in the food and beverage industry, I have successfully launched and scaled multiple restaurant concepts, including Tikka Boulevard, (Indian Grills and more), Krave Indian Restaurant, a pioneer in authentic Rajasthani cuisine in Canada, and Krave Kafe (Nostalgia! One Sip, One Bite at a time) ready to be launched in near future, a multicultural café inspired by the nostalgic charm of ‘Chai Ka Galla.’At the heart of my work is a deep understanding of business development, brand creation, and customer experience. From initial concept to full-scale operations, I focus on delivering distinctive, immersive dining environments that celebrate culture, community, and creativity. My skills in menu engineering, operational strategy, and new concept development have enabled me to lead dynamic teams and build successful food ventures that resonate with diverse customer bases.Key strengths include:Strategic business planning and market expansion.Concept development for casual and specialty dining formats.Expertise in restaurant operations, including team leadership, cost management, and customer engagement.In-depth knowledge of food and beverage trends, menu development, and culinary innovation.I thrive on transforming ideas into tangible realities, constantly exploring new opportunities in the ever-evolving food and beverage landscape.
Krave Indian Restaurant
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- kraveindian.com
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Founder And Ceo | Krave Indian Restaurant And Krave KafeKrave Indian RestaurantVaughan, On, Ca
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Founder & Ceo | Krave Indian Restaurant & Krave KafeKrave Indian Restaurant Sep 2024 - PresentWoodbridge, Ontario, CanadaSkills Summary: Visionary leader with a passion for creating distinctive culinary experiences. Expert in scaling restaurant brands, conceptualizing new dining formats, and driving operational efficiency across casual and specialty dining segments.
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Ceo And Executuive ChefKrave Indian Restaurant Jan 2019 - Sep 2024Woodbridge, Toronto, Canada Area
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CeoQsr Restaurant Consultants Nov 2018 - Jan 2019Toronto, Canada AreaDevelop new food concepts.Conduct project feasibility and analysis.Create restaurant layouts, design and branding.Multi-cuisine menu creation, recipe management and menu engineering.Establish supply-chain and back-end vendor alliances.Multi-unit Restaurant management.
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Vp OperationsHotbrands International Usa Apr 2016 - Oct 2018New York, NyJob SummaryManaged four restaurants with combined sales of over 2 million USD, including a high traffic restaurant located in Grand Central Terminal, NYC. Executed three restaurant openings in 2 years.Key Responsibilities:Develop strategic alliances with ERP, equipment, food, beverage, sanitation, and packaging vendors.Hire, counsel, and coach employees for FOH and BOH daily store operations. Forecast financial budgets, track daily sales and prime-cost. Conduct menu R&D set new processes and streamline old ones.Weekly schedules and the purchase orders. Manage customer complaints if any. Set Health and safety procedures, coordinate health inspections and follow-ups.Create promotions and put in place sales growth strategies. Ensured managers followed cash and banking procedures. Set-up central food production facility and logistic services.Conduct store audits and took corrective measures.Conduct business feasibility, develop pre-opening strategy and execute projects.Negotiate budgets with architects and contractors. Coordinate with landlords, architects, contractors, city officers, and equipment vendors for time-bound new openings.
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Director OperationsAnik Restaurants Inc. (Tikka Boulevard - Indian Grills And More) Nov 2010 - Mar 2016Barrie, On, CanadaKey Responsibilities:New start-up - Conceptualize and create an Indian casual dining restaurant, Tikka Boulevard® in Barrie, Ajax and Mississauga, ON. Develop and put in place FOH and BOH operating systems.Establish financial budgets for prime-cost, achieve operational profits.Identify reliable vendors and food manufacturers.Hire and coach team members to manage daily operations.Plan and execute menu creations and changes.Track sales and prime-cost and develop sales growth strategies.Establish web and social media presence, track customer feedback, plan and execute brand marketing, in-store promotions, print and digital media strategies.Build a central production facility.Develop food catering business, establish production of all base sauces and Indian bread for Tikka Boulevard® stores.
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RgmPriszm - Kfc/ Taco Bell Aug 2009 - Oct 2010New Market, Barrie, On, CanadaKey Responsibilities:Manage KFC/ Tacobell multi-brand units in New Market and Barrie, ON.Provide leadership in the Multi-Brand KFC/ Taco Bell restaurant.Recruit, recognize, coach and train the team to achieve operational excellence.Ensure the highest level of customer service.Control profit and loss by ensuring team members follow cash control/ security and health & safety procedures, maintain inventory, manage labour, up-sell strategies, review financial reports and take action when appropriate.Execute corporate and local marketing programs.
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Coo Operations/ General Manager Business ServicesHotbrands International Sep 2003 - Dec 2008Dubai Uae/ New Delhi Area, IndiaKey Responsibilities:Lead a team of Territory and Area managers to manage over 45 company-owned multi-ethnic quick service restaurants across Middle-east and India with over $10 million group sales.Sourced vendors, developed products for ethnic restaurant concepts.Played a significant role in hiring and developing a team of over 300 employees to achieve positive results.Developed processes to check the quality of food and customer service.Executed annual marketing plans, in-store promotions to achieve sales targets.
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Head Chef-Manager OperationsLainey’S Bistro, Alton Foods Inc. Toronto, Hotbrands International Group 2002 - 2003Mississauga, On, Canada
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Chef De Partie - Head Chef - Manager OperationsSonia Company Llc, Hotbrands International Group, Dubai, Uae Oct 1992 - Dec 2002Dubai
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Hotel Operations Trainee/ Commis I / Demi Chef De PartieHotel President, Taj Group Of Hotels, Mumbai, India Jul 1988 - Sep 1992Mumbai Area, India
Nikhil Baxi Education Details
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The International University, Missouri, UsaTotal Quality Management -
George Brown College, Toronto, OnRestaurant Start Up And Operations Course
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Institute Of Hotel Management And Catering TechnologyFood Production/ F&B Service
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Diploma In Hotel Management, Catering & Applied NutritionHotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management
Frequently Asked Questions about Nikhil Baxi
What company does Nikhil Baxi work for?
Nikhil Baxi works for Krave Indian Restaurant
What is Nikhil Baxi's role at the current company?
Nikhil Baxi's current role is Founder and CEO | Krave Indian Restaurant and Krave Kafe.
What schools did Nikhil Baxi attend?
Nikhil Baxi attended The International University, Missouri, Usa, George Brown College, Toronto, On, Institute Of Hotel Management And Catering Technology, Diploma In Hotel Management, Catering & Applied Nutrition.
Who are Nikhil Baxi's colleagues?
Nikhil Baxi's colleagues are Lovepreet Kaur, Kirti Kirti, Jagdeep Kaur, Siddharth Chakraborty, Saneha Chhabra.
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