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Hospitality Consulting, by Operators

We help independent restaurateurs build, launch, and rescue concepts.

Real-world execution over theory. From first-time openings to turnarounds and multi-unit expansion.

  • 90-dayaction plans
  • 10+turnarounds guided
  • 6–12 wkplaybooks shipped
See our work
Why Operators Choose Us

Operator-led, not academic

We run restaurants. We fix restaurants. Then we consult.

Clarity, speed, accountability

Actionable plans, weekly check-ins, measurable outcomes.

End-to-end support

Concept, brand, menu, ops, training, and P&L discipline.

Aligned incentives

We scope to outcomes and set milestones you can track.

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    margin lift (case study)
  • 0d
    plan horizon
  • 0+
    turnarounds
  • 0.0★
    launch rating
Services / Engagement Models

Launch Sprint (6–10 weeks)

First-time owners
  • Concept & brand direction
  • Menu pathfinding + pre-opening training
  • Opening playbook & budget/build checklist

Turnaround Intensive (30–60 days)

Turnarounds
  • Ops audit, cost controls, labor model
  • Menu engineering with 2-week quick wins
  • 90-day plan with weekly scorecards

Reposition & Refresh (4–8 weeks)

Repositioning
  • Brand tune-up & pricing/mix
  • Guest journey & FOH/BOH training
  • Relaunch calendar with milestones

Expansion Playbook (6–12 weeks)

Expansion
  • Duplicable ops & hiring plan
  • Training library & vendor standards
  • Unit economics guardrails
Process
1

Diagnostic

We review financials, observe service, and interview the team.

2

Plan

Prioritize high-leverage moves with owners; set weekly milestones.

3

Execute

We work alongside your team; if it doesn’t work on the line, it doesn’t ship.

4

Measure

Scorecards, targets, and a simple dashboard for owners.

Proof

Case Studies

  • Team review at a white table with drafts
    Neighborhood Bistro Turnaround
    +14% margin in 90 days via menu engineering & labor model.
  • Close-up of planning notebook and project documents
    First-Time Owner Launch
    Opened on time & under budget; 4.7★ Google in first 60 days.
  • Brand and marketing concept on laptop screen
    Brand Refresh
    Check average +11% after pricing & experience redesign.

Testimonials

  • “They gave us a plan we could actually run. Week two, food cost dropped.”
    — Owner, Casual Italian
  • “Zero fluff, just results.”
    — Multi-unit Operator

Ready for a working plan?

Book a 20-minute assessment. We’ll review your goals and current numbers.

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