In a significant development aimed at strengthening workforce development in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) sector, BCCM – British Columbia College of Management and Skill School has entered into a strategic partnership with La Pinoz Pizza, one of India’s fastest-growing pizza chains. The agreement, signed on Tuesday in Chandigarh, reflects BCCM’s commitment to bridging the gap between education and industry by preparing highly trained professionals to support La Pinoz Pizza’s ambitious expansion plans.
As part of this collaboration, BCCM students will complete hospitality-focused programs that prepare them with the expertise and hands-on experience needed in the food and beverage industry. These training modules will focus on customer service, food handling, hygiene protocols, kitchen operations, and management techniques, providing students with full exposure to the dynamic hospitality world. This initiative aims to make them future-ready professionals, ensuring that La Pinoz Pizza has a steady pipeline of skilled individuals who can uphold the brand’s reputation for quality and service excellence.
The agreement represents a win-win opportunity for both organizations—La Pinoz Pizza will have a workforce trained to meet its standards, while BCCM students will gain hands-on experience and immediate job placements, reinforcing the institution’s commitment to employability-focused education.
Deepak Jha, CEO of BCCM – British Columbia College of Management, emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating:
“This collaboration is a significant step in enhancing youth employability by equipping them with the right skills, knowledge, and industry exposure. It not only creates immediate job opportunities but also paves the way for long-term career growth in fields such as entrepreneurship, overseas employment, hospitality, cruise lines, and retail. By gaining hands-on experience and industry-aligned training, individuals will be well-prepared to succeed in an evolving and competitive global landscape.”
La Pinoz Pizza has experienced tremendous growth in India’s competitive QSR market, with new outlets opening across multiple cities. Recognizing the importance of trained and professional staff in maintaining operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, La Pinoz Pizza’s leadership believes that working with a reputed training institution like BCCM will help the company maintain its high service standards while supporting its expansion strategy.
Pradeep Pillaai, COO of La Pinoz Pizza, stated:
“With our rapid growth, ensuring that we have the right talent in place is crucial. This partnership with BCCM allows us to onboard professionals who are not only skilled but also trained in accordance with our brand values and service expectations. We believe this collaboration will enhance our ability to serve customers with excellence.”
Sanam Kapoor & Isha Kapoor, Founder & CMD of LaPinoz Pizza, also shared her thoughts on the partnership, stating:
“This initiative marks a major step in strengthening industry-academia collaboration, providing structured training and employment opportunities for young professionals who aspire to build careers in the QSR industry.”
La Pinoz Pizza currently operates 800 operational outlets in India, and in 2025 they will have more than 1,000 outlets.
Pradeep Pillaai further added:
“To support this expansion, we require around 3,000 skilled professionals in 2025, averaging 150 to 250 new employees every month. Through our collaboration with BCCM, we aim to meet this growing demand with a highly trained and job-ready workforce.”
This collaboration stands as a significant step in strengthening industry-academia partnerships, ensuring a steady flow of well-trained professionals for the QSR sector. By integrating industry-specific training with real-world career opportunities, BCCM continues to shape the future of hospitality education while supporting La Pinoz Pizza’s ambitious growth plans.
