Project-based consulting
Focused expertise for a specific initiative — ideal for restaurants completing a one-time project or solving a targeted challenge.
Engagement models & pricing
Three ways to work with us. Every engagement is customized to your operation's needs, workforce size, and compliance requirements.
Department support
An extension of your existing team: ongoing monthly support where you need additional expertise — payroll, books, marketing, IT or culinary.
Fractional leadership
Executive expertise without the full-time commitment — strategic guidance from leaders who drive growth and long-term decision-making.
Culinary development package
$30,000
Concept through opening, in three stages. Additional hours billed at $200 per hour.
| Stage | What happens | Labor hours |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 01 | Meet with owner to develop menu and concept; tasting of all menu items; recipe cards created and vendors assigned; costing of all recipes with price suggestions; work with kitchen designer on equipment layout for optimal efficiency. | 20 |
| Stage 02 | Once the kitchen is ready and staff is selected, Chef begins training and participates in opening events. | 80 |
| Stage 03 | Restaurant open to the public; Chef manages over the kitchen to be sure everything functions properly — 3–4 hours per week during service for five weeks. | 20 |