Blathnaid Bergin

Case Studies

Client – New opening of restaurant

Advice on Architect Plans – Key Changes Advised

  • Cash register moved to more appropriate position saving duplication of effort and cross over of counter staff
  • Seating at window changed to maximize light and customer comfort.
  • Wash up – position changed from back to front of tiny kitchen to facilitate hatch into restaurant thus removing need for staff to enter and clog up tiny kitchen.
  • Ingredients – advice on buying quality versus convenience – quality in keeping with restaurant service promise.
  • Retail Goods Area – changes made on plans to maximize income from these goods.

Advice on Menu Planning and Pricing

  • Templates for costing and pricing.
  • Expert advice on menu planning in keeping with restaurant concept.

Advice on Kitchen Management and Stock Control

  • Buying guidelines in place.
  • Stock control system in place.
  • Receiving Guidelines.
  • Food quality guidelines.

Training

  • Service Skills Training.
  •  Customer Care Skills.

Results

  • € 45k saved on original plans
  • Strong kitchen and front of house management structures and systems in place
  • Quality food and service assured.