What We Do

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Our former COO and leadership team bring decades of restaurant and foodservice expertise to help elevate your business. We provide comprehensive consulting services designed to strengthen operations, improve guest experience, and increase profitability.

We conduct a full assessment of your current processes and implement targeted upgrades that drive measurable results. Our foodservice solutions include:

Staffing & Talent Optimization – recruiting, training, retention strategies, and labor‑efficiency improvements

Food & Beverage Enhancement – elevating product quality, consistency, and guest satisfaction

Menu Strategy & Design – engineering menus that increase sales, streamline execution, and maximize margins

Operational Efficiency Improvements – refining workflows, systems, and daily practices to reduce waste and boost productivity

Kitchen & Dining Area Optimization – improving layout, equipment utilization, and guest flow for better performance

Food & Beverage Cost Controls – implementing systems to manage inventory, reduce shrink, and protect profitability

Marketing & Brand Development – building programs that increase visibility, drive traffic, and strengthen customer loyalty

Our team delivers practical, proven solutions that help restaurants operate smarter, grow revenue, and achieve long‑term success.

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Our former CEC culinarians and leadership team partner directly with you and your management staff to elevate the guest dining experience while strategically managing and reducing cost of goods. We provide specialized consulting services designed specifically for the restaurant and foodservice industry, delivering solutions that improve quality, consistency, and profitability. Our areas of expertise include:

Recipe Development & Culinary Innovation – creating high‑impact, scalable recipes that enhance flavor, consistency, and operational execution

Menu Engineering & Profitability Strategy – designing menus that increase sales, optimize workflow, and maximize margin contribution

Product Selection & Application Expertise – identifying the right products for your concept, including vendor evaluations, product cuttings, and performance analyses

Food & Beverage Analysis – reviewing quality, cost, and operational impact across all menu categories

CSR & Waste Control Programs – implementing systems that reduce waste, improve sustainability, and protect profitability

Limited Time Offer (LTO) Development – crafting innovative, operationally sound LTOs that drive traffic and incremental revenue

Cost of Goods Controls – establishing disciplined purchasing, portioning, and inventory practices to maintain strong financial performance

Our team delivers practical, data‑driven culinary and operational solutions that help restaurants improve guest satisfaction, streamline execution, and achieve stronger financial results.

Our former CPO and leadership team bring deep expertise in supply chain strategy, procurement, and vendor management to help restaurants strengthen their financial performance. We deliver proven results through disciplined contract negotiation, cost management, and end‑to‑end supply chain optimization.

We specialize in managing and negotiating contracts across every major category of foodservice distribution, including:

Manufactured Products – sourcing, pricing, and long‑term contract strategy

Produce & Dairy – quality assurance, market pricing, and supplier performance management

Cold & Hot Beverages – category optimization, brand selection, and rebate maximization

Adult Beverages – compliant procurement, product mix strategy, and margin enhancement

Specialty Products – identifying unique, high‑value items that elevate the guest experience

Repair & Maintenance Programs – negotiating service contracts that reduce downtime and control costs

Our team ensures your organization benefits from efficient purchasing practices, stronger supplier partnerships, and improved cost of goods — all while maintaining the quality and consistency your guests expect.

Our leadership team delivers exceptional results through deep expertise across several highly specialized areas of restaurant industry consulting. We help operators strengthen financial performance, streamline operations, and build more resilient, profitable businesses. Our consulting capabilities include:

Group Purchasing Organizations (GPO) – leveraging collective buying power to secure stronger pricing, rebates, and supply chain advantages

Request for Proposal (RFP) Management – leading structured, competitive sourcing processes that ensure transparency, value, and long‑term supplier performance

Cold Beverage Exclusive Contracting – negotiating exclusive agreements that optimize brand partnerships, equipment programs, and rebate structures

Hot Beverage Contracting – securing favorable terms for coffee, tea, and specialty beverage programs that enhance guest experience and profitability

Adult Beverage Marketing Programs – developing compliant, revenue‑driving programs that strengthen category performance and guest engagement

Purchasing Department Enhancements – improving procurement systems, processes, and organizational structure for greater efficiency and cost control

Acquisitions Financial Analysis – evaluating product portfolios, supplier contracts, and cost structures to support mergers, acquisitions, and integration planning

With our comprehensive foodservice solutions, we are committed to elevating your operations, strengthening your supply chain, and achieving optimal financial outcomes.