Last month, Dishoom's Co-Founder, Shamil Thakrar sat down to reflect on his journey. From a boy lost in the pages of Tintin and C.S. Lewis, to a man building a "Bombay home" in London. Together, we explored how creativity and storytelling provide a map for those of us who have ever felt a little out of place.
We are feeling particularly humbled (and perhaps just a little bit emotional) today: The Times has named Dishoom as one of the Best Places to Work. This recognition speaks to the very heart of what we try to build every day. From the start, we wanted Dishoom to be more than just a place to eat; we wanted every Dishoom-walla to feel they belong. Whether it’s our Bombay Bootcamps (where we take long-standing team members to the city that inspires us), our shared meals, or simply the way we look out for one another during a busy service, this award belongs entirely to our team. They are the ones who bring the soul, the seva, and the magic to our cafés every single day. To our wonderful team: thank you for making Dishoom what it is.
Our approach to business has always been deeply rooted in purpose. From our founding in 2010, our Dharma – our reason for being – has shaped how we operate, grow, and contribute to the world. At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to hospitality and the power of shared experiences. We are deeply humbled to see this purpose recognised on a national stage, and are honoured to share that Dishoom has been named Socially Responsible Business of the Year at the British Business Awards. This recognition belongs to our entire team, whose dedication ensures that Dharma is felt by every guest who walks through our doors.
🏆 Dishoom Masterchef 2024 – What a Final! 🏆 At the end of last year we hosted the highly anticipated Dishoom Masterchef Final! This is a competition we run every year to celebrate our team's passion and creativity - anyone in Dishoom can enter!💥
We’re so proud to share that Dishoom has been honoured with a Princess Royal Training Award! This recognition celebrates our ‘Welcome Walla’ onboarding programme, which was created to help every new team member receive the best possible start at Dishoom. It’s also a reflection of the dedication, creativity, and hard work of our amazing team. Thanks to their efforts, they have helped to create a place where our team feels supported, inspired, and empowered to deliver the best possible experience for our guests - and help make Dishoom a truly a special place to be.
We absolutely adore a good old get-together with our buddies and dear ones, and that's why, once a year, we shut down all operations and let the Dishoom crew kick back and throw an EPIC bash for themselves and their loved ones! Last year's event was off the charts, BIGGER and BETTER than ever before, and we expect nothing less this year! It's a chance for Dishoom-wallas and their families to revel in the things we cherish most. We're talking wild fairground rides, some well-deserved pampering, awesome play areas for the kiddos, Kabbadi tournaments, scrumptious grub and drinks, and jaw-dropping live performances! Don't miss out on the next colossal team shindig coming up at the end of the year! Why wait? Join the Dishoom team today and be a part of all the fun and festivities. 🎉🥳 Check out our career opportunities at jobs.dishoom.com/ to get in on the action!
Something very special is being grooved into the arches of Cambridge…Introducing! The Permit Room Cambridge. An all-day, bar-café with amazing cocktails, delicious food, eclectic music and neighbourhood antics. It’s our tribute to the way that Bombay kicks back and cuts loose. There’s some top jobs up for grabs and we’re looking for top people to fill them. Check out the link below and let’s chat.
On Thursday evening, we hosted our annual Team Iftar at Babu House, an evening we hold very close to our hearts. During the holy month of Ramadan many of our team have been fasting from dawn to dusk and as we enter the final few days of this month it felt so special to host an Iftar together and break bread while learning more about this amazing time from them. ✨ Ramadan Mubarak friends. ✨
AMAZING NEWS! Permit Room has scooped BEST COCKTAILS in the Brighton Restaurant Awards 💛 We were also finalists in all of our other categories - including 2nd place for BEST TEAM! & 4th place for BEST INTERNATIONAL CUISINE! A massive thank you to all who voted over the last few weeks. It’s so appreciated 🙏🏼 And of course - a humongous congratulations to all involved in making Permit Room Brighton such an incredible experience. A huge win for the team in the cafe, Babu House & Park Royal! 🏆🏆🏆
🌟 Celebrating at the Learning Awards 🏅 We are honoured to share that at the Learning Awards, Dishoom received three distinguished awards: Bronze for Onboarding Program of the Year, Silver for Innovation in Learning - Platform, and Gold for Innovation in Learning - Program. Being recognised alongside our peers on the global Learning and Development stage is a true privilege. It reflects not just on our innovative practices but on the spirit of our entire Dishoom team. Thank you to The LPI (Learning and Performance Institute) for this recognition, and to everyone who has supported us along the way. Here's to our shared success and the journey ahead. 🥂
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