Kenya - Startup under 3 years old

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CHOPIT Where a simple mishkaki transforms into a Shakeshaki ™️ The modern way of eating an age old African classic. Striving to create an original local fast food chain. By Kenya, for Africa.

01.01 Décrivez votre startup en détail

Chopits birth was from a small pop-up stall in Mombasa, created a stir, prompting us to start a full fledged restaurant. We quickly realized this was not our dream, instead it was to start a chain. All founders have university degrees, but not in food or hospitality. We had to learn on the go using the latest social media trends, software, supply chain modules and much more. Upon learning we started another branch, which grew into a total of 5 at present. We have a small menu that we strive to maintain at the highest quality and hygiene standards (we have set ourselves very high standards). Chopit has maintained a strong social media presence, growing each month. We use 100% sustainable bio degradable packaging for our Shakeshaki. In addition, our standard model restaurant concept is also made from up-cycled shipping containers to create a unique and stylish look.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

Getting independence from imported ingredients and raw materials that the foreign fast food chains in Africa so much rely on. In addition getting rid of Forex royalty fees and commissions by creating our very own local African chain.

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service fourni par votre startup (au moins 3).

1. We employ 100% local workforce, promoting within ranks. 2. Chopit upgrades the local skill set constantly and is continuously improvising 3. 100% of our ingredients are locally sourced. 4. All Chopit branches are made from up-cycled shipping containers. We also use pp-cycled used oil drums for our seating and 100% biodegradable packaging material.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adresse le produit/service de votre startup. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

We strive to attract young modern Kenyans. All Chopits have a play area encouraging parents and children to a safe and fun environment for the entire family. As its a healthy fast food concept, its good for rush and go.

01.05 Quand votre entreprise a-t-elle été créée ?

30/05/2022

01.06 Vendez-vous déjà votre produit/service ?

Oui

01.07 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires de votre entreprise en plus de vous ?

2

01.08 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

2

01.09 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre startup (compétences, expérience, etc.).

1. My sister: Sabira Dewji She has a masters degree in cognitive neuroscience from Aston University in the United Kingdom. Sabira also helps in the business operations but mainly in the informal HR department since this a very critical part of our growing business. To nurture and maintain the vision for what we want our brand to be. 2. My brother: Mohamed Dewji He has a degree from the university of Texas at Dallas in Business Management. Myself and Mohamed started the business from inception and are continuing to learn and grow the business together. Mohamed has an attention for detail and allways trys to introduce new processes and ideas to the smooth running of all operations

01.10 Si vous avez un site web, une page sur les médias sociaux (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin...) ou une application, veuillez fournir le(s) lien(s) ici :

https://www.instagram.com/c.h.o.p.i.t/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/chopitexpress/?hl=en https://ke.linkedin.com/in/samana-dewji-283a37188

01.11 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre entreprise ?

Produits de base (aliments, boissons, produits ménagers et personnels)

02.01.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

By providing employment for unskilled workers, ensuring their constant training to upscale their skills. This increases the monthly take home and encourages further development of oneself to rid of poverty. We have proved this by promoting our base skill workers to front managers. We ensure prompt payment of retirement funds for all our employees.

02.02.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

6

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

1. Free Meals for all our employees 2. Maximum (50%) discounts for families of staff 3. We do not use preservatives, increasing in nutrition quality compared to foreign fast food chains in Kenya 4. We only buy local ingredients, that are naturally grown 5. We plan to promote local farmers in better yields using natural fertilizers and mapping technology 6. We are willing to contribute a percentage of sales to eliminate hunger in Kenya

02.03.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

5

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Although we are a fast food chain, we do not use any preservatives or MSG to enhance flavors and shelf life by compromising health and well being. We have options carb free options like the governors bowl which is loaded with protein. The outdoor play area at all Chopit locations (current, and future) will allways be free to use and strongly encourage to boost children away from their screens.

02.04.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Éducation de Qualité'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We are to set up an education fund for all level 3 employees. This fund can be tapped into for primary and secondary education support.

02.05.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Chopit was started by women, promotes and encourages women. Whenever a slot is available for promotion, strict criteria is used instead of any kind of bias

02.06.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

6

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

As a food business, we adhere to using quality water and expelling the same.

02.07.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

4

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We use biodegradable packaging. We use briquettes to grill our meat instead of charcoal like the rest

02.08.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

6

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We provide equal opportunity for all employees within our organization, more then minimum pay and the least working hours

02.09.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovation et Infrastructure'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

1. We use recycled shipping containers to build our branch locations 2. We use recycled oil drums for our seating space 3. We use modern technology and AI in various business operations from marketing, HR, and standard processes

02.10.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

4

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

NA

02.11.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

4

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

NA

02.12.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsables'

4

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We use briquettes instead of charcoal and one hundred percent bio degradable packaing

02.13.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Lutte contre les Changements Climatiques'

6

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Although it costs us 5X, we use 100% bio degradable packaging material. Also instead of using charcoal, we use sustainable briquettes.

02.14.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

2

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Our scope of business is not related to this.

02.15.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

2

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Our scope of business is not related to this.

02.16.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

5

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Our next phase of Chopit is to improove stock options to our long serving employees

02.17.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

4

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We provide equal opportunity for all in our organization to grow, get trained and climb the ladder of opportunity on nothing else but merit

06.01 Un grand nombre de clients utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire au nôtre.

4

06.02 Notre produit/service représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

5

06.03 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

2

06.04 Notre produit/service est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.05 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

6

06.06 Notre produit/service répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.07 Notre produit/service est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

5

06.08 Justification

From a local African classic recipe, we transformed it and created a unique and new product called the shakeshaki

06.09 Analyse compétitive

Foreign fast food chains are our main competitors. We stand out from them by being local and understanding the local palette, bringing local delicacy in a hygienic environment

11.05 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?

Yes, i often get invited to speak at events promoting female entrepreneurs