Modern cafeteria
TRAINING PROGRAMS

Master Food Ecosystem Management

Transform your food ecosystem with Vijay V Sharma's certified training programs. Choose the program that fits your organization's needs.

PROGRAMS

Three paths to mastery

Each program is built on proprietary frameworks with real-world implementation.

3-Month Foundation

Foundation Certificate in Food Ecosystem

₹1.5 Lakhs

Investment

Duration

3 Months

Frequency

3 times per week

Format

Online + 2 Site Visits

Class Size

12–15 participants

Key Features

  • Module 1: Food Safety & HACCP Mastery
  • Module 2: Menu Engineering Excellence
  • Module 3: Cost Optimization Strategy
  • Module 4: Kitchen Design & Workflow
  • Module 5: SOP Development & Systems

Ideal For

Mess managers, food supervisors and cafeteria coordinators wanting foundational skills.

6-Month Capability

Capability Building Certificate in Food Ecosystem

₹3 Lakhs

Investment

Duration

6 Months

Frequency

2 times per week

Format

Online + 3–4 Site Visits

Class Size

12–15 participants

Key Features

  • All 5 Foundation Modules PLUS
  • Module 6: Staff Training Methodology
  • Module 7: Operational Turnarounds
  • Module 8: Sustainability & Waste Reduction
  • Module 9: Vendor Management & Tender Evaluation
  • Module 10: Capstone Project (Real Facility Audit)

Advanced Credential

Certified Food Ecosystem Consultant (CFEC)

Ideal For

Facility managers, HR professionals and operations leads wanting advanced expertise and consulting capabilities.

12-Month Consulting

Complete Food Ecosystem Transformation

₹8 Lakhs

Investment

Duration

12 Months

Frequency

Hybrid — Intensive to Ongoing Support

Format

Hybrid (Online + Extensive On-site)

Class Size

Customized for your organization

Key Features

  • Phase 1 (Months 1–3): Foundation Training (3x/week)
  • Phase 2 (Months 4–9): Capability Building (2x/week)
  • Phase 3 (Months 10–12): Handholding & Operations
  • Full Staff Deployment & Management
  • ISO 22000 & FSSC 22000 Certifications
  • Sub-contractor Support (Auditors, Trainers)
  • 12-Month Operational Support

Includes

Complete training + Staff deployment + Certifications + 12-month support

Ideal For

Organizations building new cafeterias, facility management companies, or those needing complete transformation.

COMPARE

Side-by-side comparison

Attribute3-Month Foundation6-Month Capability12-Month Transformation
Duration3 Months6 Months12 Months
Investment₹1.5 Lakhs₹3 Lakhs₹8 Lakhs
Modules Included5 Core Modules10 ModulesAll + Deployment
Site Visits23–4Extensive On-site
CertificationFoundation CertificateCFEC CredentialISO 22000 & FSSC 22000
Best ForMess & food supervisorsFacility & HR leadsFull org transformation
Key DifferentiatorCore fundamentalsConsulting capabilityEnd-to-end handholding

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Every program includes

Expert training by Vijay V Sharma (17+ years experience)

Hybrid learning (online + on-site components)

Customized curriculum for your organization

Professional certification upon completion

Access to AI-Powered Menu Engineering Toolkit (giveaway)

Hands-on practical training

Site audits and recommendations

Ongoing support during program duration

FRAMEWORKS

Training built on proven frameworks

All programs are built on Vijay V Sharma's proprietary frameworks.

3-Month

The Vijay V Sharma 5-Pillar Foundation Model

6-Month

The Vijay V Sharma Ecosystem Mastery Framework

12-Month

The Vijay V Sharma 12-Month Transformation Program

AUDIENCE

Who should enroll?

Corporate HRs & Facility Managers

Mess Managers & Food Service Supervisors

Facility Management Companies (JLL, Compass, etc.)

Organizations Building New Cafeterias

Event Management Organizations

Aspiring Food Ecosystem Professionals

WHY US

Why companies choose our training

17+ Years Experience

From luxury (₹1,100/plate) to mass feeding (₹65/plate).

Proven Track Record

Transformed food systems for IIT, Google, Facebook, Yashraj Films.

AI-Powered Curriculum

Learn to use Claude & AI tools for menu engineering.

Hands-On Training

Not just theory — real-world implementation and site work.

Full-Service Support

From audit to implementation to 12-month handholding.

SUCCESS STORIES

What clients say

"The 6-month program reshaped how we run our campus dining. Costs down 18%, satisfaction up."

Head of Facilities

Facilities Lead · IT Campus, Pune

"Vijay's SOP frameworks are gold. Our audit scores improved within 90 days."

HR Director

HR Director · Corporate Park, Mumbai

"The transformation program helped us launch a 3,000-seat cafeteria without a hitch."

Operations Head

Ops Head · Educational Institution

FAQ

Common questions

The 3-month program covers foundational skills; the 6-month builds consulting-level capability; the 12-month is a complete organizational transformation including staff deployment and certifications.

Ready to Transform Your Food Ecosystem?

Choose your program and take the first step toward excellence.

CONTACT

Have questions?

Contact us to discuss which program is right for your organization.