In an update, Goyal explained in detail about the controversial ₹ 20 lakh ‘fees’ which were expected to pay from the candidates. He described it as a unique experiment of identifying real hunger candidates for learning and development rather than traditional recruitment or fundamental approach.
More than 18,000 applications were received for this role located at Gurugram headquarters of Zomato. Goyal said, “We have stopped applications for our post of Chief of Staff. We have received more than 18,000 applications.”
“This was not just another recruitment position. As some people said, ‘You have to pay 20 lakhs’ only had a filter to find those who have fast-track career opportunities without any hassle The power to appreciates was below their obstacles, ”he said.
– Deepinder Goyal (@Deepgoyal) 21 November 2024
To prove his claim, Goyal shared a screenshot of a private conversation with a Twitter user, revealing that the company had never intended to collect money and would give appropriate compensation to the selected candidate.
“Thanks for defending the idea. Appreciate it :)”
“Hope 1/100 people will get this, and that’s what I wanted: D”
It is written in the text, “Between you and me, we will not eventually demand 20 lakhs and still pay the right person.”
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Zomato is now in the process of reviewing thousands of applications and focusing on finding the right candidates. Goyal said that applicants discussing the aspect of money or charity will be rejected.
“We will look at these applications next week and reach those who think we feel that we want to create an educational organization, and now we know thousands of people who showcase their hunger to learn Goyal said and said continuous improvement on short -term obstacles and the current reality of his life, ”Goyal said.
He said, “We are going to dismiss most of the applications that have money, or even money. Are. “
This role in the original job list posted on platforms like LinkedIn and X (East Twitter) has been described as ideal for someone with “general knowledge, sympathy, grade A communication, zero eligibility”, but no enough experience Is.
It promised unique learning opportunities, stating that the candidate would “learn 10 times more than a 2 -year degree from a top management school.” However, in the first year, shortage of salary and fees of ₹ 20 lakh – which was given to Zomato’s food relief initiative, feeding India – spread online outrage.
Critics argued that the job posting was exploited and set a dangerous example. Many people raised the question whether such a practice would become an ideal in the corporate world. Responding to these concerns, Goyal clarified, “I really hope that ‘paying the company to get a job’ will not become an ideal in this world – it’s not good.”
He said, “Money is an essential thing to keep people’s lives running and I believe in paying more than the market rate so that money does not come in the way of great work.”
Describing this initiative as a unique experiment, Goyal said, “Anything like this can only be done once in the world. Now that everyone knows the real intentions, we will not be able to repeat it.
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