The Faces Behind Bademiya’s Secret Recipes
You know our kebabs, but meet the people who have kept the fire burning for decades. Our team is the real family that keeps this legacy alive.
For our staff, Bademiya is not just a job, it's a family. Some have been with us for 10, 20, even 26 years. Their dedication is the reason we can serve you with the same love and quality, day after day.
This is Shamshad, who has been with us for 30 years. He may not speak or hear, but his smile and service speak volumes. He is a beloved member of our family, recognized by all our old customers.
A member of our team proudly serving plates of our signature kebabs. Service with a smile is part of the Bademiya promise.
A glimpse of our chef, the artist behind the flavours. Their skill and dedication are what make every dish special. This is the sound and soul of our kitchen.
Our staff in action, serving customers at our indoor dining area and managing the bustling street-side service. They are the backbone of our operations.
About The Heart of Bademiya: Our Team
You have likely seen Shamshad, our longest-serving team member, working the stalls. He has been with us for 30 years and does not need to hear or speak to know exactly what a returning customer wants. When you stop by, you are not just getting a kebab, you are being served by people who treat this institution like their own home.
For 70+ years, Bademiya has been more than just a street food joint in Colaba. While the masalas and the open-fire charcoal tandoors are famous, the real secret is the people. My father, Mohammed Yasin, taught us that the business is about more than just profit. It is about the relationships we build with our staff and our customers.
We have team members like Akhilesh who have been with us for a decade, ensuring every seekh is perfectly grilled. We call this 'commando training' because working the grills until 4 AM in the middle of Mumbai’s chaos requires serious grit. Our staff handles the crowds, the celebrities, and the late-night hunger with the same smile they had years ago.
When you see us in the kitchen, you are seeing a team that values consistency. We do not have a factory process. We have hand-mixed masalas and staff who know exactly how to handle the smoke and the flame. Whether you are at our Colaba stall, our Bandra outlet, or our A/C restaurant, you are experiencing a culture of service that has stayed constant since 1946. We do not just serve food; we serve a piece of Mumbai's history. Our staff is the backbone of that promise, and they are the reason that 'Bademiya taste' remains unchanged.
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I am one of the brothers keeping the Bade Miyan legacy alive. My father taught us that this business is about serving people with 'imaan', and our team is the living proof of that promise. We do not just hire employees; we grow a family.
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