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Zomato's Unconventional Job Posting Sparks Debate!" On November 20, Deepinder Goyal, Co-founder and CEO of Zomato, shared an unconventional job posting on his social media platforms. The listing was for the role of Chief of Staff, but what stood out was the compensation structure—or lack thereof. According to the post, the position would offer no salary for the first year. Instead, the selected candidate would be required to pay a fee of INR 20 lakh. The job description outlined a set of essential qualities, including strong common sense, effective communication skills, empathy, and minimal prior experience. The role promised significant responsibility, stating that the individual would oversee "anything and everything to build the future of Zomato." The unique structure of the opportunity sparked widespread attention and debate on social media. Many users were intrigued by the zero-salary model and the substantial upfront payment requirement, leading the post to go viral.