HYPER MARKET

A hypermarket (sometimes called a hyper store or supercenter or superstore) is a big-box store combining a supermarket and a department store. It’s a retail facility carrying a wide range of products under one roof, including full grocery lines and general merchandise. Hypermarkets allow customers to satisfy all their routine shopping needs in one trip.

Hypermarkets, like other big-box stores, typically have business models focusing on high-volume, low-margin sales... Because of their large footprints, many hypermarkets choose suburban or out-of-town locations that are easily accessible by thronging customers."

The different formats of food retailing in India have been Traditional shops/Departmental stores, Supermarkets, Hyper arts, Super centers Super markets – Large shopping area selling an assortment of food and non-food items Hypermarkets- Shops having wide range and depth of products Large supermarkets - Large, self-service stores - They carry a complete line of food & bakery products and convenience items.

A hyper market can be operated in an area of around 7000 sq. ft. to 10000 sq.ft.

Hospital kitchen staffs may be in the range of 100 to 150 people.

Investment required is in the range of 2 to 5 crores depending upon the size of the venture.

Equipment’s like cooking burners, rack ovens, hot plates, display counters, coffee makers, juicers, warmers, dishwashers, etc. are commonly used.