Starting a restaurant or foodservice operation is a dream for many, but the backbone of any successful food business lies in its commercial kitchen setup. It’s not just about putting together a few pieces of equipment; it’s about creating a space that ensures speed, safety, hygiene, and consistency in food quality. Yet, many businesses in India make the mistake of compromising on their kitchen setup—largely due to industry challenges and unorganised market players.
The Problem with the Indian Commercial Kitchen Industry
The commercial kitchen equipment industry in India is highly fragmented. A large chunk of the market is served by local, unorganised manufacturers who often lack the technical expertise, long-term vision, or commitment to quality. These players typically offer low-priced equipment that appears to solve the problem in the short term but fails drastically in the long run. Poor build quality, inefficient fuel usage, inconsistent heating, and frequent breakdowns are just a few of the issues that plague kitchens using substandard equipment.
The Cost of After-Sales Neglect
One of the most ignored yet critical aspects of setting up a commercial kitchen is after-sales service. Equipment downtime during operational hours can be disastrous. Unfortunately, most unorganised suppliers disappear once the installation is complete. There’s no structured AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract), no warranty adherence, and no technical support when you need it the most. This leaves restaurant owners helpless and often forces them to replace expensive equipment prematurely, leading to avoidable capital expenditure.
Cheap Equipment vs. Quality Equipment: Know the Difference
It’s tempting to opt for the cheapest quote when you’re setting up your kitchen, especially when budgets are tight. But cheap equipment comes with hidden costs—higher energy bills, more frequent breakdowns, slower output, and eventual replacement costs. On the other hand, quality commercial kitchen equipment is designed for efficiency, durability, and performance. It ensures consistent results, supports food safety, and keeps your kitchen running smoothly even during high-demand hours.
Quality equipment also provides better fuel economy, uses high-grade stainless steel, and is often modular and customizable. This means you get better ROI, better hygiene standards, and more scalability as your business grows.
North Star: Bringing Organisation, Reliability, and Innovation
At North Star, we’re here to solve these very pain points. With over 25 years of experience under the Jindal Kitchen Equipment brand, North Star Food Consulting is not just another supplier—we are your complete kitchen solution partner.
We specialise in turnkey commercial kitchen projects—from layout planning and equipment selection to service drawings and post-installation support. Whether you’re a restaurant, hotel, cloud kitchen, hospital, or canteen, we ensure your kitchen is efficient, future-ready, and fully compliant with industry standards.
What sets us apart is our in-house manufacturing of high-performance gas equipment designed for fuel savings, speed, and longevity. Add to this our dedicated service team, strong design capabilities, and industry insights, and you get a partner who genuinely contributes to your success.
Supporting the Growth of the Indian Food Industry
As the Indian food industry continues to evolve and expand, there’s a pressing need for structured, dependable kitchen solutions. North Star is proud to be a part of this transformation. By replacing chaos with clarity and shortcuts with strategy, we aim to uplift commercial kitchen standards across the country.
So if you’re planning a new restaurant or looking to upgrade your existing setup, make the right choice.
