Full Restaurant Openings

Full Restaurant Openings & Operations Reboot

We provide comprehensive guidance and consulting from the initial concept to the grand opening and beyond, addressing every detail to help your restaurant thrive. Starting with conceptualization, we work with you to create a compelling vision that resonates with your target audience and sets the foundation for your brand. From venue design that balances aesthetics and functionality to menu design that highlights creativity, operational efficiency, and profitability, every aspect is carefully tailored to your goals. We implement operational systems such as POS and CRM tools to streamline processes, while also developing custom handbooks and training systems to establish clear standards and consistency across your team. Our hands-on staff training includes leadership development for managers, detailed workbooks for opening teams, and tailored checklists to prepare your BOH and FOH teams for success. By addressing every step with precision and expertise, we help you build a restaurant that runs smoothly and creates a lasting impression.

OUR PROCESS: STEP BY STEP

1. Menu Planning

Help you develop a menu that expresses your culinary vision, fits within your kitchen’s capabilities and keeps the menu item profitable. We also help with menu layout, wording, and pricing strategies that help increase your profitability and reduce costs.

2. Team Hiring and Training

In addition to an onboarding procedure and employee handbook, our comprehensive training tools provide a step-by-step program that includes role play, menu concept guides, food tastings, and quizzes.

3. Punch List Oversight

Before opening, we meticulously review all final details to ensure nothing is overlooked. From equipment checks to ambiance adjustments, we help you deliver a flawless guest experience.

4. Soft Opening Management

We help you launch with a controlled, smaller-scale opening to test operations, receive feedback, and fine-tune your systems for a seamless experience.

5. Grand Opening Management

When it’s time to go big, we’ll guide you in hosting a memorable grand opening event, helping everything run smoothly while making a lasting impression on your new community.

TAKEAWAYS: MATERIALS & TOOLS

1. Opening Punch Lists

Detailed action plans that cover every task needed to successfully open your restaurant, from pre-opening preparations to daily operations.

2. Custom Checklists for BOH & FOH Hiring & Training

Streamlined hiring and training guides to build a strong, efficient back-of-house and front-of-house team.

3. Custom Training Workbooks for Opening Teams

Tailored resources to train and empower your team, ensuring they’re equipped to deliver exceptional service from day one.

4. Leadership Training

Programs designed to develop confident, capable managers who inspire their teams and uphold your brand standards.

5. Implementation of POS Systems

We’ll set up and optimize your point-of-sale systems, ensuring smooth transactions and accurate data tracking.