COOX Online Private Limited

Based in India, COOX provides expert cooks specializing in various cuisines, offering personalized culinary experiences for events and gatherings. COOX, founded in 2019 in Noida, India, specializes in providing culinary services including catering and chef experiences. The company has engaged in one funding round, raising INR 9. 275 million in a SEED round led by Inflection Point Ventures and Beacon Trusteeship Limited, achieving a total amount raised of INR 9.

275 million and a current valuation of INR 166. 794 million. Founders Abhishek Gupta, Akshat Gupta, and Rajat Johri have established a solid foundation for the company in the competitive food service market. COOX specializes in providing culinary and event-related services, focusing on catering and personalized chef experiences for various occasions.

Their core offerings include skilled chefs trained in multiple cuisines such as North Indian, Chinese, and Italian, allowing clients to choose from over 500 dishes. The company addresses the needs of individuals hosting events like birthday parties, weddings, and corporate gatherings, enabling seamless dining experiences with an emphasis on quality and convenience. COOX also offers services such as ingredient delivery, appliance rentals, and live entertainment options, positioning itself as a comprehensive solution for event hosting in urban markets across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata. COOX generates revenue through a structured transaction model encompassing a variety of service offerings tailored to personal and corporate clients.

Clients can engage the company’s services at fixed pricing points, starting from ₹299 for a cook up to ₹2999 for a monthly cook subscription. The revenue structure is driven by direct-to-consumer interactions, where customers order services online and receive in-person support from trained chefs and event professionals. This model allows COOX to effectively cater to a wide array of client needs while ensuring a consistent revenue stream through various service tiers. In September 2024, COOX raised INR 9.

275 million in venture funding, which will be used to expand its operational reach from 20 to 40 cities, enhance marketing efforts, and integrate AI technology to improve operational efficiency and scalability. The company's targeted expansion will allow it to penetrate new markets, thereby increasing its customer base and service capabilities.