Built by Hospitality
People, for Hospitality People.
We started HoReCaStaff.in because we lived the staffing problem ourselves. Today, we're India's most trusted platform connecting hospitality talent with the country's best hotels, restaurants, and cafes.
Our Story
Why We Built
HoReCaStaff.in
Every month, the same crisis: a chef quits two days before a major banquet, a front desk executive doesn't show up on a peak weekend, a new restaurant opening gets delayed because they can't find trained waitstaff.
The existing solutions were broken. Generic job boards sent unqualified candidates. Placement agencies were slow, expensive, and didn't understand hospitality. WhatsApp groups were chaotic. The industry was losing crores every year to staffing gaps — and talented hospitality professionals were struggling to find the right opportunities.
So we built the solution we wished existed. HoReCaStaff.in — a platform designed specifically for India's HoReCa sector, combining a verified talent pool, deep industry expertise, and a WhatsApp-first process that works the way hospitality professionals actually communicate.
Today, we've placed over 10,000 hospitality professionals across 25+ cities, partnered with 500+ hotels and restaurants, and built India's largest verified hospitality talent network. But our mission remains the same: make great hospitality staffing fast, reliable, and human.
Our Mission
Make great hospitality staffing accessible to every property in India.
We believe every hotel, restaurant, and cafe — from a 5-star resort in Goa to a neighbourhood café in Pune — deserves access to verified, skilled hospitality talent without the friction, cost, and uncertainty of traditional recruitment.
Our Vision
Be the backbone of India's hospitality workforce.
We envision a future where every hospitality professional in India has a verified profile, fair access to opportunities, and a trusted partner in their career journey — and where every employer can build their dream team in days, not months.
What We Stand For
Our Values
Trust & Transparency
Every candidate is verified. Every employer is vetted. We build relationships on honesty — no hidden fees, no surprises.
People First
We genuinely care about the careers of the professionals we place and the businesses we serve. Your success is our success.
Industry Expertise
Our team has deep roots in Indian hospitality. We understand the nuances of HoReCa staffing that generic job boards simply don't.
Long-Term Partnerships
We're not a one-time transaction. We aim to be your trusted staffing partner for years — growing with your business.
Our Journey
5 Years of Building
India's HoReCa Network
Founded in Mumbai
Started with a team of 3 and a mission to fix hospitality staffing in India.
1,000 Placements
Crossed our first 1,000 successful placements. Launched our WhatsApp-first application process.
Pan-India Expansion
Expanded to 15 cities. Onboarded 100+ hotel chains and restaurant groups as recurring clients.
5,000 Placements
Reached 5,000 total placements. Launched dedicated employer account management.
10,000+ Profiles
Built India's largest verified hospitality talent pool. Now operating in 25+ cities with a 48-hour placement guarantee.
The Team
Hospitality Experts,
Not Just Recruiters
Every member of our team has worked in hospitality. We speak your language because we've lived it.
Mallesh Dayyala
Founder & CEO
Founded HoReCaStaff.in to solve the staffing crisis HoReCa Industry. Also founder of LABOUR COMPANY (LC), StaffingPe.com, GigPe.com
Why HoReCaStaff.in
What Makes Us Different
Hospitality-only focus — we don't do IT, finance, or retail. Just HoReCa.
Every candidate is background-checked and reference-verified before listing.
WhatsApp-first process — no lengthy portals, no CV uploads, no waiting.
48-hour placement guarantee for most roles across our network.
Dedicated account managers who know your property and culture.
30-day replacement guarantee — if it doesn't work out, we fix it free.
Ready to Work With Us?
Whether you're hiring or looking for your next role, we're here to help. Reach out on WhatsApp and let's get started.