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Concept and positioning
Your target guest, price point, service style and the reason guests will choose you over the venue two streets away.
Start Up programme
Launching a restaurant — from concept to your first profitable month
Opening a bistro, café or restaurant? We will develop your concept, menu and pricing, line up suppliers and prepare your team so you open on day one with a validated plan, not guesswork.
Who it is for
- Investors entering the hospitality sector for the first time
- Premises owners looking for a viable concept
- Venues preparing to open that need an independent review of their plan
Exactly what you will get
Food and drinks menus
Menu development based on kitchen capacity, food cost for every item and pricing to achieve your target margin.
Suppliers and technology
Supplier selection, negotiation of terms and planning your POS and stock management systems so data flows from day one.
Pre-opening audit and training
Trial service, service standards and a training week for the whole team, including a check that training has been completed successfully.
How we work together
- 01
Initial consultation
45 minutes to discuss your premises, budget and ambitions. We will tell you what is realistic.
- 02
Business and operational plan
Budget, capacity, staffing plan, cash flow and break-even point.
- 03
Preparing the venue
Menu, suppliers, technology, recruitment and standards.
- 04
Opening and settling in
Support through the first few weeks and adjustments based on real data.
Results you can see in the numbers
- A clear break-even point before you open
- A menu with verified food costs
- A team trained to your standards
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to prepare for a restaurant opening?
Usually 3 to 6 months, depending on the condition of the premises. If you are simply taking over premises previously used as a hospitality venue, we can complete preparations in as little as 6 to 8 weeks.
How much does launch consultancy cost?
We will set the price after an initial consultation, based on the scope of work. The consultation is free and without obligation, and you will leave with specific recommendations on what to prioritise.
Free initial consultation
45 minutes, with no obligation and a clear outcome. We will tell you whether launch is where you should start, or whether something else takes priority.
Useful downloads to keep handy
An HACCP plan outline, an overview of mandatory documentation and sample temperature and cleaning and disinfection logs.
HACCP template for restaurants