Brands
Mirah Hospitality names Amit Jambotkar as new COO
MUMBAI: Mirah Hospitality & Gourmet Solutions Pvt. Ltd. has appointed hospitality veteran Amit Jambotkar as chief operating officer, marking his return to the company where he previously served as vice president – operations. With over 28 years of experience across food and beverage and hospitality, Jambotkar is set to drive operational excellence, brand growth, and next-level guest experiences across Mirah’s expanding portfolio.
Before rejoining Mirah, Jambotkar held several senior leadership roles, including vice president – food & beverage at Shott Amusement Limited, where he oversaw nationwide F&B strategy, and director – operations West at JSM Corporation, managing flagship brands like Hard Rock Cafe, Asilo, Shiro, and California Pizza Kitchen. His portfolio also spans notable contributions to Impresario Entertainment & Hospitality, shaping and scaling popular concepts such as Social, AntiSocial, Salt Water Grill, and Smokehouse Deli, alongside stints with Hyatt Regency, Jumeirah Group, and Reliance MediaWorks.
Commenting on his appointment, Jambotkar said he is thrilled to begin this new chapter, bringing his expertise in brand building, profitability, and disruptive concept launches to Mirah. His leadership is expected to guide the company through its next phase of strategic expansion, reinforcing its position as a dynamic force in India’s organised F&B space.
Mirah Hospitality now looks forward to leveraging Jambotkar’s vast experience to enhance guest experiences, streamline operations, and strengthen its footprint across India’s vibrant hospitality landscape.
Brands
Jubilant FoodWorks faces Rs 47.5 crore GST demand, plans appeal
Tax authorities flag alleged misclassification of restaurant services
MUMBAI: Jubilant FoodWorks Limited has landed in a tax tussle after receiving a GST demand of Rs 47.5 crore from the office of the additional commissioner of CGST and central excise in Thane, Maharashtra.
The order, issued under the provisions of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, relates to an alleged incorrect classification of certain services under the category of restaurant services. According to the tax authorities, this classification resulted in a short payment of goods and services tax for the period between the financial years 2019-20 and 2021-22.
The demand includes Rs 47.5 crore in GST along with an equal amount as penalty, in addition to applicable interest. The order was received by the company on March 13, 2026.
In a regulatory filing to the BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, the company said it disagrees with the order and believes its arguments were not adequately considered.
The company is preparing to challenge the decision and plans to file an appeal. It added that once the redressal process is complete, the demand is likely to be dropped.
Despite the sizeable figure attached to the notice, the company said it does not expect any material impact on its financials, operations or other activities.
The disclosure was signed by Suman Hegde, EVP and chief financial officer, who confirmed that the company received the order at 19:06 IST on March 13 and has already initiated steps to contest it.
The development places the quick service restaurant major in the middle of a tax debate that could hinge on how certain restaurant-linked services are classified under GST rules. For now, the company appears ready to take the matter from the tax office to the appeals desk.
