Rounak Kinger

Co-Founder

Gurugram, Haryana, India15 yrs 6 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in food-tech innovation and vendor management.
Proven track record in new product development.
Strong leadership in culinary operations and quality assurance.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Food-Tech expert with a strong focus on culinary operations and vendor management.

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Skills

Core Skills

New Product DevelopmentVendor ManagementQuality AssuranceOperational Excellence

Other Skills

Production ControlStrategic LeadershipMenu DevelopmentVendor EcosystemsQuality ControlData AnalysisCulinary ManagementProduct DevelopmentStreamlining Operational ProcessesProduct DesignRecipe DevelopmentExpansion StrategiesProject ManagementCost EngineeringTraining & Development

About

With a passion for revolutionizing the food-tech space, I’ve been instrumental in shaping innovative projects at Zomato Ltd. My journey includes building Bistro by Blinkit from the ground up, where I led the development of menu concepts and vendor ecosystems, ensuring a seamless fusion of quality and efficiency. As a core team member of Zomato Everyday, I focus on delivering homely meals that resonate with comfort and authenticity. My expertise spans New Product Development (NPD), Vendor Development, Production Control, and Food Quality, enabling me to craft scalable solutions that prioritize customer satisfaction and operational excellence. Driven by curiosity and a commitment to innovation, I’m always eager to explore ideas and partnerships that redefine food experiences.

Experience

Eternal

2 roles

Building Category | Bistro by Blinkit

Promoted

Aug 2024 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

As a founding core member at Bistro by BlinkIt, I lead category growth, product development, food sourcing, and strategic growth for Bistro by Blinkit and other key food initiatives. With deep expertise in hotels, restaurants, cloud kitchens, and Q-commerce, I focus on new product development, vendor management, production control, and quality assurance to deliver high-quality, scalable food solutions. My role blends strategic leadership with culinary excellence, driving brand development, operational efficiency, EBITA, and P&L growth. Passionate about enhancing customer experience, I work to shape the future of fresh, high-quality food at scale.

New Product DevelopmentVendor ManagementProduction ControlQuality AssuranceStrategic Leadership

AVP | Zomato

May 2022 – Aug 2024 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

With deep expertise in hotels, restaurants, cloud kitchens, and Q-commerce, I focus on new product development, vendor management, production control, and quality assurance to deliver high-quality, scalable food solutions.

Quality AssuranceData AnalysisCulinary ManagementQuality ControlProduct DevelopmentStreamlining Operational Processes+18

Cogent foods pvt ltd

VP | Operations

Sep 2021 – May 2022 · 8 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Cogent Foods is focused on providing bespoke culinary RTE solutions for all QSR/Convenient Store/Flight Kitchens partners, in a cost effective and convenient manner.

Streamlining Operational ProcessesOperational ExcellenceExpansion StrategiesVendor ManagementStrategic LeadershipKey Performance Indicators+4

Marriott international

Head of Culinary

Apr 2018 – Sep 2021 · 3 yrs 5 mos · Kochi, Kerala, India

Kochi Marriott Hotel*
274 Keys, 5 F&B Outlets
Courtyard by Marriott Pune*
153 Keys, 3 F&B Outlets and 17000 sq. ft. of Event Space

Streamlining Operational ProcessesExpansion StrategiesOperational Excellence

Accor

Executive Chef

Apr 2017 – Apr 2018 · 1 yr · India

Novotel Lucknow*
106 Keys, 3 F&B Outlets and 7000 sq. ft. of Event Space

Shangri-la hotels and resorts

Executive Sous Chef

Jan 2015 – Apr 2017 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

Executive Sous Chef responsible for overall Culinary Excellence at the Property

Waldorf astoria dubai palm jumeirah

Culinary Lead Roles - All Day Dining/Banquets

Apr 2012 – Dec 2014 · 2 yrs 8 mos · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah*
354 Keys, 4 F&B Outlets and 16000 sq. ft. of Event Space
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Shangri-La Hotel, Mumbai*
Responsible for Luxury Banquet Operations

Taj hotels

2 roles

Culinary Lead Roles

Jul 2010 – Mar 2012 · 1 yr 8 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Management Trainee

Apr 2008 – Jul 2010 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Management Trainee for Culinary Division. Picked up varied skills from Banquet, All Day Dining, Garde Manger, Bakery/Pastry and Cuisine specific kitchens