Dear Members,
Restaurant Brands Asia Limited
Your Directors present the Eleventh (11th) Annual Report on the
Company's business and operations, together with the Audited Financial Statements for
the financial year ended March 31, 2024 and other accompanying reports, notes and
certificates.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS AND PERFORMANCE
The financial highlights of the Company for the year ended March 31,
2024 are as follows:
H ( in Million)
Particulars |
Standalone |
Consolidated |
|
2023-24 |
2022-23 |
2023-24 |
2022-23 |
Revenue from Operations |
17,600.72 |
14,396.51 |
24,370.58 |
20,542.79 |
Other Income |
184.95 |
325.32 |
184.97 |
359.59 |
Total Income |
17,785.67 |
14,721.83 |
24,555.55 |
20,902.38 |
Less: Cost of materials consumed |
5,802.32 |
4,841.05 |
8,719.71 |
7,356.94 |
Less: Employee benefit expenses |
2,650.46 |
2,280.12 |
4,096.56 |
3,668.78 |
Less: Finance cost |
1,141.47 |
895.65 |
1,412.45 |
1,051.79 |
Less: Depreciation and amortisation expenses |
2,110.28 |
1,801.97 |
3,561.32 |
2,840.42 |
Less: Other expenses |
6,770.57 |
5,621.07 |
9,132.89 |
8,402.47 |
Loss before Exceptional items and Tax
Expense |
(689.43) |
(718.03) |
(2,367.38) |
(2,418.02) |
Add: Exceptional items |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Loss before Tax Expense |
(689.43) |
(718.03) |
(2,367.38) |
(2,418.02) |
Less: Tax Expense (Current & Deferred) |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Loss for the year (1) |
(689.43) |
(718.03) |
(2,367.38) |
(2,418.02) |
Total other comprehensive income/ (loss) for
the year, net of tax (2) |
(8.14) |
(3.57) |
(53.81) |
33.05 |
Total comprehensive loss for the year, net
of tax (1+2) |
(697.57) |
(721.6) |
(2,421.19) |
(2,384.97) |
Equity holders of the parent |
N.A. |
N.A. |
(2,236.30) |
(2,183.75) |
Non-controlling interests |
N.A. |
N.A. |
(184.89) |
(201.22) |
Opening balance of retained earnings |
(6,798.90) |
(6,080.87) |
(12,037.80) |
(9,694.24) |
Closing balance of retained earnings |
(7,488.33) |
(6,798.90) |
(14,217.23) |
(12,037.80) |
During the financial year 2023-24, the Company reported total income of
H 17,785.67 million on standalone basis and H24,555.55 million on a consolidated basis,
increase of 20.81% on standalone basis and 17.48% on a consolidated basis from the
financial year 2022-23 mainly on account of new restaurant additions and Average Daily
Sales (ADS) recovery. The total expenditure excluding exceptional items was H 18,475.10
million on standalone basis and H 26,922.93 million on a consolidated basis, increase of
19.66% on standalone basis and 15.45% on a consolidated basis from the financial year
2022-23. The Company's gross margin improved by 66 basis points on standalone basis
during the financial year 2023-24 at 67.03% as compared to 66.37% in the financial year
2022-23. The Company's gross margin improved by 3 basis points on consolidated basis
during the financial year 2023-24 at 64.22% as compared to 64.19% in financial year
2022-23.
COMPANY OVERVIEW AND STATE OF COMPANY AFFAIRS
Restaurant Brands Asia Limited (the Company'/
RBA') embarked on its journey in 2013 and since then it has become one of the
fastest growing international Quick Service Restaurant ('QSR') chain in India during the
first five years of its operations based on the number of restaurants. As the master
franchisee of the BURGER KING? brand in India, it has exclusive rights to develop,
establish, operate and franchise BURGER KING? branded restaurants in India. The master
franchisee arrangement provides RBA with the ability to use Burger King's globally
recognised brand name to grow business in India, while leveraging the technical, marketing
and operational expertise associated with the global BURGER KING? brand. RBA through its
subsidiaries in Indonesia runs the master franchisee of the brand BURGER KING? and brand
POPEYES?. It has exclusive rights through its subsidiaries to develop, establish, operate
and franchise BURGER KING? and POPEYES? brand in Indonesia.
As of March 31, 2024, the Company had a widespread network of 455
BURGER KING? restaurants, including 5 sub-franchisee restaurants in India.
A key focus of the business is promoting and maintaining operational
quality, a people-centric culture and an effective technology system that enables us to
optimise the performance of the restaurants and enhance customer experience, thus,
offering and contributing to the Company's growth.
The Company possesses following competitive strengths: |
Exclusive master franchise rights in India |
Strong customer proposition |
Brand positioning for millennials |
Vertically managed and scalable supply chain |
Operational quality, a people-centric operating
culture, and effective technology systems |
Well defined restaurant roll-out and development
process |
Experienced and professional management team |
Please refer to the section on Business Overview in the Management
Discussion and Analysis for a detailed overview and state of company affairs.
DIVIDEND & APPROPRIATIONS
Since the Company did not make any profit during the financial year,
the Directors of your Company do not recommend any dividend for the financial year under
review.
TRANSFER TO RESERVES
In view of the losses incurred during the financial year, no amount is
proposed to be transferred to the reserves during the financial year under review, except
as required under any statue.
SHARE CAPITAL
(a) Authorised Share Capital
During the year under review, there was no change in the Authorized
Share Capital of the Company.
The Authorised Share Capital of the Company is H6,00,00,00,000/-
(Rupees Six Hundred Crore Only) divided into 60,00,00,000 (Sixty Crore) equity shares of
H10/- each, as on March 31, 2024.
(b) Issued, Subscribed and Paid-up Share Capital
During the financial year under review, Company issued and allotted
18,14,752 equity shares of face value of H10/- each pursuant to exercise of stock options
granted by the Company in terms of the BK Employees Stock Options Scheme, 2015.
As on March 31, 2024, the Issued, Subscribed and Paid-up Share Capital
of the Company is H4,96,36,91,010/- (Rupees Four Hundred and Ninety-Six Crore Thirty-Six
Lakhs Ninety-One Thousand and Ten Rupees Only) divided into 49,63,69,101 (Forty-Nine Crore
Sixty-Three Lakhs Sixty-Nine Thousand One Hundred and One) equity shares of H10/- each.
(c) Utilization of proceeds of Qualified Institutions Placement
(QIP')
There has been no deviation in the use of proceeds of QIP from the
objects stated in the Offer document as per Regulation 32 of the Securities and Exchange
Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
(SEBI Listing Regulations'). The
Company has disclosed on a quarterly basis to the Audit Committee, the
uses / application of proceeds / funds raised from QIP and the same were also filed with
the Stock Exchanges on a quarterly basis, as applicable. The funds raised under QIP were
fully utilised by the Company during the year under review.
DETAILS OF DIRECTORS AND KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL DIRECTORS
Re-appointment
In accordance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (the
Act') and the Articles of Association of the Company:
a) Mr. Jaspal Singh Sabharwal, Non-Executive Director of the Company,
was due to retire by rotation at the 10th Annual General Meeting and being eligible, had
offered himself for re-appointment. He was re-appointed at the Annual General Meeting held
on August 7, 2023.
b) Mr. Rajeev Varman, Whole-time Director and Group Chief Executive
Officer of the Company, completed a period of 5 (five) years on February 26, 2024.
Following the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the Board of
Directors of the Company, Mr. Rajeev Varman was re-appointed as the Whole-time Director
for another 5 (five) years, for a period commencing from February 27, 2024, to February
26, 2029, at the Annual General Meeting held on August 7, 2023.
c) Mr. Amit Manocha, Non-Executive Director of the Company, is liable
to retire by rotation at this Annual General Meeting and being eligible, has offered
himself for re-appointment. The Board of Directors recommends his re-appointment for
consideration by the shareholders of the Company at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
Resolution seeking his re-appointment along with his profile as
required under Regulation 36(3) of SEBI Listing Regulations forms part of the Notice of
11th Annual General Meeting.
Appointments and Resignations
During the year under review,
a) Ms. Roshini Bakshi was appointed as an Additional Non-Executive
& Non-Independent Director on the Board of the Company on August 23, 2023. The
appointment of Ms. Bakshi was approved by the Shareholders of the Company through
postal ballot on October 29, 2023. Ms. Bakshi shall be liable to retire by rotation.
b) Mr.YashGuptawasappointedasanAdditionalNon-Executive &
Independent Director on the Board of the Company w.e.f. January 29, 2024 for a period of 5
(five) years. The appointment of Mr. Gupta was approved by the Shareholders of the Company
through postal ballot on March 17, 2024. Mr. Gupta shall not be liable to retire by
rotation.
c) Mr. Jaspal Singh Sabharwal, Non-Executive Director of the Company,
resigned from his position with effect from August 23, 2023. The Board appreciates the
valuable contribution made by Mr. Sabharwal during his tenure on the Board of the Company.
KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL
The Key Managerial Personnel (KMP') of the Company as per
Section 2(51) and 203 of the Act as on March 31, 2024 are as follows:
Name of the KMP |
Designation |
Mr. Rajeev Varman |
Whole-time Director and Group Chief Executive
Officer |
Mr. Sumit Zaveri |
Group Chief Financial Officer and Chief
Business Officer |
Mr. Sameer Patel |
Chief Financial Officer (India) |
Ms. Madhulika Rawat* |
Company Secretary and Compliance Officer |
*Ms. Madhulika Rawat, resigned as Company Secretary and Compliance
Officer of the Company with effect from close of business hours on April 30, 2024.
During the year under review, except as stated above, there were no
other changes in the Directors and KMPs of the Company.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS, MEETINGS AND ITS COMMITTEES
Composition of Board of Directors
The Composition of the Board of Directors as on March 31, 2024 is as
follows:
Sr. No. |
Name of the Director |
Designation/Status |
DIN |
1. |
Mr. Shivakumar Dega |
Chairman and Independent Director |
00364444 |
2. |
Mr. Rajeev Varman |
Whole-time Director and Group CEO |
03576356 |
3. |
Mrs. Tara Subramaniam |
Independent Director |
07654007 |
4. |
Mr. Sandeep Chaudhary |
Independent Director |
06968827 |
5. |
Mr. Yash Gupta |
Independent Director |
00299621 |
6. |
Mr. Amit Manocha |
Non- Executive Director |
01864156 |
7. |
Ms. Roshini Bakshi |
Non- Executive Director |
01832163 |
8. |
Mr. Ajay Kaul |
Non- Executive Director |
00062135 |
9. |
Mr. Rafael Odorizzi De Oliveira |
Non- Executive Director |
09492506 |
Number of Board Meetings
During the financial year ended March 31, 2024, the Board of Directors
met 9 (Nine) times viz., on, May 17, 2023, June 21, 2023, August 7, 2023, August 23, 2023,
October 9, 2023, November 8, 2023, January 29, 2024, March 14, 2024 and March 28, 2024.
The maximum interval between any two meetings did not exceed 120 days. Details of the
meetings of the Board along with the attendance of the Directors therein have been
disclosed as part of the Report on Corporate Governance forming part of this Annual
Report.
Audit Committee
The details pertaining to the composition, terms of reference and other
details of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors of your Company and the meetings
thereof held during the financial year are given in the Report on Corporate Governance
forming part of this Annual Report.
The recommendations of the Audit Committee in terms of its charter were
considered positively by the Board of Directors of your Company from time to time during
the financial year.
Nomination and Remuneration Committee
The details including the composition, terms of reference of the
Nomination and Remuneration Committee and the meetings thereof held during the financial
year and other matters provided under Section 178(3) of the Act are given in the Report on
Corporate Governance forming part of this Annual Report.
Company's policy on Directors' appointment and remuneration
including criteria for determining qualifications, positive attributes, independence of a
Director and other matters
In accordance with the provisions of Section 134(3)(e), sub
section (3) and (4) of Section 178 of the Act and Regulation 19 read with Part D of
Schedule II of the SEBI Listing Regulations, the Company has formulated Nomination and
Remuneration Policy to provide a framework for remuneration of members of the Board of
Directors, Key Managerial Personnel, and other employees of the Company.
The Nomination and Remuneration Policy of the Company can be accessed
on the website of the Company at https://www. burgerking.in/investor-relations.
Other Committees
The details of other Committees of the Board are given under the Report
on Corporate Governance forming part of this Annual Report.
Declaration by Independent Directors
Pursuant to the provisions under Section 134(3)(d) of the Act, with
respect to statement on declaration given by Independent Directors under Section 149(6) of
the Act, the Board hereby confirms that all the Independent Directors of the Company have
given a declaration and have confirmed that they meet the criteria of independence as
provided in the said Section 149(6) and relevant regulation of SEBI Listing Regulations.
Terms and conditions for Independent Directors are available on the
website of the Company and can be accessed at https://
www.burgerking.in/investor-relations.
Formal Annual Evaluation
The Company has devised a policy for performance evaluation of its
individual directors, the Board and the Committees constituted by it, which includes
criteria for performance evaluation. In line with the requirements of the Act and SEBI
Listing Regulations, the Board has carried out an annual evaluation of its own
performance, working of the Committees and the individual directors.
The Board performance was evaluated based on inputs received from all
the Directors after considering criteria such as Board's effectiveness in decision
making, in providing necessary advice and suggestions to the Company's management,
etc.
A separate meeting of the Independent Directors was also held during
the financial year on January 29, 2024 for evaluation of the performance of the
Non-Independent Directors, the Board as a whole and that of the Chairman.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee has also reviewed the
performance of the individual directors based on their knowledge, level of preparation and
effective participation in meetings, contribution towards positive growth of the Company,
etc.
Familiarization programme for Independent Directors
Towards familiarization of the Independent Directors with the Company,
periodic presentations are made at the Board and Committee meetings on business and
performance updates of the Company, global business environment, business strategy and
risk involved including their roles, rights, responsibilities in the Company, nature of
the industry in which the Company operates, business model of the Company and related
matters. The details of such programmes for familiarisation of the Independent Directors
with the Company are available on the website of the Company at the web
link:https://www.burgerking. in/investor-relations.
STATUTORY DISCLOSURES
Requirements for maintenance of cost records
The Company is not required to maintain the cost records as specified
by the Central Government under Section 148(1) of the Act and rules made thereunder.
Vigil Mechanism & Whistle-blower Policy
The Company is committed to adhere to the highest standards of ethical,
moral and legal conduct of its business operations. The Vigil Mechanism &
Whistle-blower Policy provides a channel to the employees, directors and other
stakeholders to report about unethical behaviour, actual or suspected fraud or violation
of the Codes of Conduct, regulatory requirements, incorrect or misrepresentation of any
financial statements and such other matters.
Annual Return
As required under Section 92(3) of the Act, Annual Return is hosted on
the website of the Company at www.burgerking.in.
Particulars of contracts or arrangements with related parties
All related party transactions entered into during the financial year
under review were approved by the Audit Committee, as required, from time to time and the
same are disclosed in the notes forming part of the financial statements provided in this
Annual Report.
Further, in terms of the provisions of Section 188(1) of the Act read
with the Companies (Meetings of Board and its Powers) Rules, 2014, all contracts/
arrangements/ transactions entered into by the Company with its related parties, during
the financial year under review, were: in "ordinary course of business" of the
Company; on an "arm's length basis"; and not "material".
All transactions with related parties are in accordance with the policy
on related party transactions formulated by the Company. Accordingly, Form No. AOC-2,
prescribed under the provisions of Section 134(3)(h) of the Act and Rule 8 of the
Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014, for disclosure of details of related party transactions,
which are not at "arm's length basis" and also which are "material and
at arm's length basis", is not provided as annexure to this Report.
Particulars of Loan, Guarantee, Security and Investments
Details of loans given, investments made or guarantees given or
security provided, if any, as per the provisions of Section 186 of the Act and Regulation
34(3) read with Schedule V of the SEBI Listing Regulations are given in the notes forming
part of the financial statements provided in this Annual Report.
Deposits
The Company has not accepted any deposits from the public within the
meaning of Section 73 of the Act read with the Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules,
2014.
As the Company has not accepted any deposits during the financial year
under review, there is no non-compliance with the requirements of Chapter V of the Act.
Risk Management Policy
The Company has a mechanism to identify and evaluate business risks and
opportunities. This mechanism seeks to create transparency, minimize adverse impact on the
business objectives and enhance the Company's competitive advantage and helps in
identifying risk trends, exposure and potential impact analysis at a Company level as well
as for different business segments. The Company has a Risk Management Policy in place to
identify, assess, mitigate, monitor, and report the key risk categories (including
Strategic, Financial, Operational, Regulatory, Reputational, Third-party, Sustainability,
Technological Risks) on a periodic basis.
The Board has constituted a Risk Management Committee of the Board, to
assist the Board with regard to the identification, evaluation and mitigation of
operational, strategic and external risks. More details on risks and threats have been
disclosed in the section "Management Discussion and Analysis" forming an
integral part of this Annual Report.
Internal Financial Control and their adequacy
Considering the size and nature of the business, presently adequate
internal controls systems with reference to financial statements are in place. However, as
and when the Company achieves further growth and higher level of operations, the Company
will review the internal control system to match the size and scale of operations, if
required.
The Company has proper and adequate system of internal controls to
ensure that all assets are safeguarded and protected against unauthorized use or
disposition and that the transactions are authorised and recorded correctly.
Conservation of Energy, Technology Absorption and Foreign Exchange
Earnings and Outgo
The information on conservation of energy, technology absorption and
foreign exchange earnings and outgo stipulated under Section 134(3)(m) of the Act read
with Rule 8 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is provided herein below:
(A) Conservation of Energy |
|
(i) The steps taken or impact on conservation
of energy |
Reduced use of electricity and gas is
structurally built in the Company's restaurant construction design and the Company
sources the equipments like holding units, friers, etc. that ensures reduced consumption
of energy and gas. Also electrical system installation ensures minimum fluctuation
resulting in withdrawal of right amount of power. |
(ii) The steps taken by the company for
utilising alternate sources of energy |
- |
(iii) The capital investment on energy
conservation equipments |
Nil |
(B) Technology absorption |
|
(i) The efforts made towards technology
absorption |
Nil |
(ii) The benefits derived like product
improvement, cost reduction, product development or import substitution |
Nil |
(iii) In case of imported technology
(imported during the last three years reckoned from the beginning of the financial year)- |
N.A. |
(a) The details of Technology imported; |
|
(b) The year of Import; |
|
(c) Whether the technology been fully
absorbed; |
|
(d) If not fully absorbed, areas where
absorption has not taken place, and the reasons thereof; and |
|
(iv) The expenditure incurred on Research and
Development. |
Nil |
(C) Foreign Exchange Earnings and Outgo |
|
(i) Foreign Exchange Earnings by the Company |
- |
(ii) Foreign Exchange Expenditure by the
Company during the FY 2023-24 (H in Million) |
742.63 |
Disclosures as per the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace
(Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
The Company has in place an Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy in line with
the requirements of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition
and Redressal) Act, 2013. The objective of this policy is to lay clear guidelines and
provide right direction in case of any reported incidence of sexual harassment across the
Company's offices, and take appropriate decision in resolving such issues. An
Internal Complaints Committee (ICC') has been set up to redress the complaints
received regarding sexual harassment.
During the financial year under review, 6 complaints with respect to
sexual harassment were received and resolved by the Committee.
There were no unresolved complaints at the end of the financial year
under review.
Material Changes and commitments affecting the financial position of
the Company
Except as disclosed in this report, no material changes and commitments
which could affect the Company's financial position, have occurred between the end of
the financial year of the Company and date of this report.
Details in respect of frauds reported by Auditors under sub-section
(12) of Section 143 other than those which are reportable to the Central Government
During the financial year under review, no frauds were reported by the
Auditors under Section 143(12) of the Act other than those which are reportable to the
Central Government.
Significant and material orders passed by the regulators or courts or
tribunals impacting the going concern status and company's operations in future
During the financial year under review, no orders were passed by any
regulators, courts or tribunals which could impact the going concern status and the
company's operations in future.
Change in the nature of business
There was no change in the nature of business during the financial year
under review.
Subsidiaries, Joint Ventures or Associate Companies and Consolidated
Financial Statements
A. PT Sari Burger Indonesia (BK Indonesia')
The Company holds 88.80% stake in BK Indonesia. It is the material
subsidiary of the Company.
BK Indonesia is the master franchise of the BURGER KING? brand in
Indonesia. It has exclusive rights to develop, establish, own, operate and franchise
BURGER KING? branded restaurants in Indonesia. As on March 31, 2024, BK Indonesia has 150
restaurants.
BK Indonesia generated revenue of H5,990.33 million during the
financial year 2023-24, decrease of 0.62% from the financial year 2022-23. BK Indonesia
incurred a loss of H1,530.20 million during the financial year 2023-24.
B. PT Sari Chicken Indonesia
PT Sari Chicken Indonesia is a wholly owned subsidiary of BK Indonesia,
subsidiary of the Company. PT Sari Chicken Indonesia, has exclusive master franchise and
development rights in Indonesia to develop, establish, own, operate, and to grant
franchises, of POPEYES? restaurants in Indonesia. As on March 31, 2024, it has 25
restaurants.
POPEYES? brand was founded in New Orleans in 1972. POPEYES? has more
than 50 years of history and culinary tradition. POPEYES? distinguishes itself with a
unique New Orleans style menu featuring spicy chicken, chicken tenders and other regional
items. The chain's passion for its Louisiana heritage and flavourful authentic food
has allowed POPEYES? to become one of the world's largest chicken quick service
restaurants with over 3,900 restaurants in the U.S. and around the world.
PT Sari Chicken Indonesia generated revenue of H 779.54 million during
the financial year 2023-24. It incurred a loss of H139.87 million during the financial
year 2023-24.
The consolidated financial statement is also being presented in
addition to the standalone financial statements of the Company in this Annual Report.
The performance and financial position of the subsidiaries is also
given in Form AOC-1 enclosed to the Financial Statements. Further, there were no other
companies which has/have become/ceased to become a Subsidiary/ Joint Ventures/ Associate
Companies during financial year 2023-24.
Corporate Social Responsibility Policy
The Corporate Social Responsibility Policy of the Company can be
accessed on the website of the Company at https://www. burgerking.in/investor-relations.
Employee Stock Option Scheme
The Company had implemented the BK Employee Stock Option Scheme 2015
(ESOS 2015' / Scheme'). The objective of the ESOS 2015 is to attract
and retain talent by way of rewarding their association and performance and to motivate
them to contribute to the overall corporate growth and profitability.
The ESOS 2015 was originally approved by the Board of Directors on
September 21, 2015 and the shareholders (being a private company at that time) vide an
ordinary resolution passed on September 21, 2015. Options were granted from time to time
thereafter. Subsequently, the ESOS 2015 was amended basis applicable laws vide
shareholders' resolutions dated April 25, 2018, June 28, 2019, October 23, 2019 and
November 13, 2020. The ESOS 2015 being a pre IPO Scheme was also ratified by the
shareholders of the Company subsequent to the IPO of the Company by passing a special
resolution on January 28, 2021. The ESOS 2015 was further amended pursuant to the approval
of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee vide its resolution dated March 25, 2022 and
Board of Directors resolution dated March 29, 2022 to align the ESOS 2015 with provisions
made under the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Share Based Employee Benefits and
Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021 (SEBI (SBEB and SE) Regulations'). The
current ESOS 2015 envisages grant not exceeding a total number of 15,226,900 options to
the eligible employees which includes options which were already granted and options which
have been exercised in the past. The ESOS 2015 contemplates a statutory minimum vesting
period of one year to maximum of five years. After vesting of options, the employees earn
a right (but not an obligation) to exercise the vested options on or after the vesting
date within the maximum exercise period of three years with a flexibility for shorter
exercise periods in case of termination of employees or for reasons including resignation,
retirement or death.
Upon exercise of one vested option, the employees can obtain one equity
share of the Company subject to the payment of exercise price and satisfaction of any tax
obligation arising thereon. Equity shares allotted by the Company under the
ESOS 2015 shall rank pari passu in all respects with the existing fully
paid equity shares.
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee administers the ESOS 2015 and
acts as the compensation committee as envisaged under the SEBI (SBEB and SE) Regulations.
The disclosure pertaining to stock options granted by the Company under the aforesaid
Scheme and as required under the applicable provisions of the Act and the SEBI (SBEB and
SE) Regulations is uploaded on the website at https://www. burgerking.in/financials. A
certificate from the Secretarial Auditors of the Company, confirming that the aforesaid
Scheme has been implemented in accordance with the SEBI (SBEB and SE) Regulations will be
open for inspection at the ensuing 11th Annual General Meeting.
HUMAN RESOURCES
As of March 31, 2024, the number of employees increased to 9086 as
compared to 8,712 as of March 31, 2023 due to the business expansions carried out by the
Company and increase in number of restaurants.
In fiscal year 2024, the Human Resources function aimed at reinforcing
an environment of openness, trust and empathy through impactful initiatives, thus
nurturing the organizational culture, and fostering employee growth and well-being. With a
workforce of ~9,000 employees spread across over 100 cities in India, there was a
significant emphasis in building a culture of continuous learning and capability
development to cater to the organization-wide requirements.
Culture of Continuous Learning
At Burger King, we believe in nurturing and honing internal talent to
take up higher roles. We take great pride in our RAP program. Over the last nine years,
the program has churned numerous Restaurant General Managers, Area Leads and Market Leads.
Our entire focus is on enabling our frontline and operations leaders to develop their
capability and skillset to better serve guests and also progress to higher roles within
the organization. FY 2024 was also a year where we made substantial progress in driving
behavioural interventions at various levels.
The Eklavya initiative provided hands-on training and skill
enhancement for existing managers, while the Impact program offered advanced
leadership training for our Area Managers. Additionally, the Wings program was
launched to train first-time managers in essential leadership skills. To digitally enhance
talent development, LEAP - the learning portal was introduced, providing frontline
members with easy access to a comprehensive range of learning materials for a streamlined
learning experience. Additionally, this portal facilitated fair promotion opportunities
through a tenure-based nomination system, ensuring an equitable and transparent
advancement process.
High Touch Work environment
Recognizing the importance of strong communication and employee
engagement, efforts were made to improve communication and raise awareness on key topics.
To foster stronger connections with restaurant teams, initiatives like Chai Pe Charcha
and Coffee with Managers were introduced.
The BK Buddy feedback survey was conducted for the second time -
to actively listen to employees, and driving crucial cultural shifts essential for a
positive work environment. Emphasis was placed on ensuring that awareness campaigns and
posters on key compliance topics and essential information were communicated to employees
timely and effectively. Additionally, to improve visibility as an employer of choice and
attract a diverse pool of candidates, there was an enhanced presence on LinkedIn,
showcasing the vibrant work culture, BK Pillars, and employee success stories. This
initiative not only aimed to attract top talent but also to connect with people on a
broader scale, fostering a sense of community and engagement both within and outside the
organization.
Culture of Appreciation / Positive strokes
The I Shine program was introduced to recognize and appreciate
members who exemplify organizational values across functions, creating an inspiring and
rewarding workplace. Managers were encouraged to support work-life balance within their
teams and also to build a culture of appreciation and recognition. This approach is vital
for a growing organisation as it boosts morale, fosters loyalty, and motivates employees
to consistently perform at their best.
PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES
Disclosures with respect to the remuneration of Directors and employees
as required under Section 197(12) of the Act and Rule 5(1) of the Companies (Appointment
and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 are provided separately as "Annexure
I" to this Report.
Details of employee remuneration as required under provisions of
Section 197(12) of the Act and Rule 5(2) & 5(3) of Companies (Appointment and
Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014 forms part of this Annual Report.
However, in terms of Section 136(1) of the Act and the rules made thereunder, the Report
and Financial Statements are being sent to the shareholders excluding the aforesaid
information. Any shareholder interested in obtaining copy of the aforesaid information,
may send an email to the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer at
investor@burgerking.in.
AUDITORS
Statutory Auditors
M/s. S R B C & CO LLP, Chartered Accountants (SRBC'),
previous Statutory Auditors of the Company were first appointed by the Company on November
5, 2014 to fill the casual vacancy, in the Extra-Ordinary General Meeting, to hold the
office until the conclusion of first Annual General Meeting (AGM'). In the
first AGM of the Company held on April 6, 2015, they were re-appointed as the statutory
auditors to hold office from the conclusion of first AGM up to the conclusion of 6th AGM
of the Company. Thereafter, in 6th AGM held on August 29, 2019, they were re-appointed as
the statutory auditors to hold office from the conclusion of 6th AGM up to the conclusion
of 11th AGM of the Company to be held for the financial year ending on March 31, 2024.
However, as per understanding of SRBC on the term of appointment of
statutory auditors pursuant to Section 139 of Act, 2013, their total tenure of 10 years
was to be completed in the 10th AGM of the Company to be held in the year 2023 and they
were ineligible to countinue as statutory auditors after 10th AGM of the Company.
Accordingly, SRBC vide their letter dated August 7, 2023, had communicated their
resignation as Statutory Auditors of the Company with effect from the conclusion of the
10th Annual General Meeting of the Company. Pursuant to the SEBI Circular No.
CIR/CFD/CMD1/114/2019 dated October 18, 2019, SRBC issued limited review report for the
quarter ended June 30, 2023. M/s. B S R & CO LLP, Chartered Accountants, (Firm
Registration No. 101248W/W-100022) were appointed as the statutory auditors of the Company
for the first term of 5 years by the Members at the AGM held on August 7, 2023 and they
shall hold the office till the conclusion of the AGM to be held for the financial year
ended March 31, 2028. The Report given by the Auditors on the financial statements of the
Company is part of the Annual Report. There has been no qualification, reservation,
adverse remark or disclaimer given by the Auditors in their Report. Also, no fraud has
been reported by the auditor as per Section 143(12) of the Act.
Secretarial Auditors
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 204 of the Act read with the
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, the Company
had appointed M/s. Mehta and Mehta, Company Secretaries as the Secretarial Auditors for
conducting the secretarial audit for the financial year 2023-24. In terms of the
provisions of sub-section (1) of Section 204 of the Act, the Secretarial Audit Report
given by the Secretarial Auditors in Form MR-3 is annexed as "Annexure II"
of the Director's Report. The Secretarial Audit report does not contain any
qualifications, reservation or adverse remarks.
Internal Auditor
The Company had appointed M/s PKF Sridhar & Santhanam LLP as the
internal auditor of the Company for the financial year 2023-24 as per the requirements of
the Act.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 134(5) of the Act, your
Directors, to the best of their knowledge and belief and according to information and
explanation obtained by them, confirm that:
1. In the preparation of the annual financial statements for the
financial year ended March 31, 2024, the applicable accounting standards have been
followed along with proper explanation related to material departures;
2. They have selected such accounting policies and applied them
consistently and made judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent so as to
give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Company for the financial year
ended March 31, 2024 and of the loss of the Company for the same period;
3. They have taken proper and sufficient care for the maintenance of
adequate accounting records in accordance with the provisions of the Act for safeguarding
the assets of the Company and for preventing and detecting fraud and other irregularities;
4. They have prepared the annual financial statements on a going
concern basis; and
5. They have devised proper systems to ensure compliance with the
provisions of all applicable laws and such systems were adequate and operating
effectively;
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND STATEMENT ON COMPLIANCE OF THE SECRETARIAL
STANDARDS
The Company has complied with the corporate governance requirements
under the Act, and as stipulated under the SEBI Listing Regulations. A separate report on
corporate governance under the SEBI Listing Regulations, along with the certificate from
the Practicing Company Secretary confirming the compliance, is annexed and forms part of
this Annual Report. The Company has complied with the Secretarial Standards issued by the
Institute of Company Secretaries of India on Meetings of Board of Directors and General
Meetings.
MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION & ANALYSIS
Management Discussion and Analysis is annexed and forms part of this
Annual Report.
DIVIDEND DISTRIBUTION POLICY
The dividend distribution policy of the Company is enclosed as "Annexure
III" to the Director's Report and also available on the Company's
website at www.burgerking.in.
BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITY AND SUSTAINABILITY REPORT (BRSR)
Pursuant to Regulation 34 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, BRSR forms
part of this Annual Report, which describes the initiatives taken by the Company from an
environmental, social and governance perspective.
OTHER DISCLOSURES
During the financial year under review:
1. The Whole-time Director did not receive any remuneration or
commission from the holding company and any of the subsidiaries of the Company.
2. No disclosure or reporting is required in respect of the following
items as there were no transactions /events on these items: a) Issue of equity shares with
differential rights as to dividend, voting or otherwise; b) Issue of sweat equity shares;
and c) Buyback of shares.
3. There was no revision of financial statements and Directors'
Report of the Company.
4. No application has been made under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy
Code. The requirement to disclose the details of application made or any proceeding
pending under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (31 of 2016) along with their
status as at the end of the financial year is not applicable.
5. The requirement to disclose the details of difference between amount
of the valuation done at the time of onetime settlement and the valuation done while
taking loan from the Banks or Financial Institutions along with the reasons thereof, is
not applicable.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND APPRECIATION
The Directors wish to convey their appreciation to all of the
Company's employees for their enormous personal efforts as well as their collective
contribution to the Company's performance. The Directors would also like to thank the
shareholders, customers, dealers, suppliers, bankers, government, business associates and
other stakeholders for the continuous support given by them to the Company and their
confidence in its management.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors |
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For Restaurant Brands Asia Limited |
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(Formerly known as Burger King India
Limited) |
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Tara Subramaniam |
Rajeev Varman |
Independent Director |
Whole-time Director & Group CEO |
DIN: 07654007 |
DIN: 03576356 |
Place: Mumbai |
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Date: May 16, 2024 |
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