Growth Forum consultancy
F&B setup and operations consultancy
Practical advisory support for setting up and operationalising food and beverage ventures, from early planning and compliance through to launch readiness and operational discipline.
What we do
From concept to opening day, and beyond
We support founders and teams to turn a great idea into a workable operating model with clear SOPs, cost control, and consistent customer experience.
Launch planning and compliance
Structured setup support covering feasibility checks, budgeting, permits guidance, and a launch workplan to keep timelines realistic.
- Concept and feasibility review
- Budget and capex planning
- Permits and setup checklist
Processes, roles, and SOPs
Build an operating rhythm that teams can follow, including workflows, service steps, hygiene routines, and daily controls.
- Back of house and front of house workflows
- SOP drafting and training notes
- Daily and weekly checklists
Costing, controls, and discipline
Strengthen the numbers behind the business with menu costing, basic inventory discipline, and simple reporting that drives action.
- Menu costing and pricing approach
- Inventory discipline and wastage tracking
- Basic reporting and review cadence
How it works
A clear, operator friendly delivery approach
Choose a light touch advisory model or hands on support, based on your stage and timelines.
Discovery and baseline
We clarify your concept, target customer, constraints, and success metrics, then map the critical path for setup and launch readiness.
Operations blueprint
We define workflows, roles, service steps, and operational routines, aligned to your menu and format.
Controls and training
We introduce menu costing and simple controls, and support staff onboarding with checklists and training notes.
Go live support and stabilisation
We help you stabilise after launch by reviewing performance signals, tightening routines, and improving consistency.
Ready to build a practical operating model for your outlet?
Share your current stage and timeline, and we will recommend a simple engagement structure that fits your needs.
FAQ
Common questions
Quick answers to help you decide your next step.
What types of F&B businesses do you support?
We support cafes, restaurants, cloud kitchens, food trucks, and new outlet openings, especially where teams need a practical setup and operations foundation.
Can you help even if we have not secured a location yet?
Yes. We can work on feasibility, budgeting, concept clarity, and operational requirements to make location decisions easier and reduce rework later.
Do you provide hands on support during launch?
Where feasible, yes. Support can include launch readiness checklists, team onboarding, SOP roll out, and a stabilisation plan for the first weeks.
How do we start?
Use the contact link to share your concept, stage, and timeline. We will propose a simple scope and approach aligned to your needs.