Case Studies
Case study #1
Client: Family-run, long-established brewpub and restaurant
Situation:
Intergenerational vision differences, high cost of goods and labour cost, inconsistent food and service quality.
Solution:
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Complete whole business audit and share findings with entire group
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Get older and younger generation on the same page
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Reduce menu size by 35%
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Contemporize menu offering and plating
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Update all menu and drink costings
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Increase pricing
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Roll out and ongoing support
Outcome:
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Clearer vision, improved results
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Improved product
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Improved speed of service
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Family unity
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