Catering Consulting in Orlando – F&B Expertise for Restaurants & Caterers
A Mills 50 restaurant owner called us frustrated – food costs were at 42%, menu prices felt random, and staff turnover was killing them. Within 6 weeks of catering consulting, we did a complete food cost analysis, fixed their menu pricing strategy, developed new recipes that reduced waste, and created SOP development for restaurants that made training new staff way easier. Food costs dropped to 31%. Thats what catering consulting in Orlando looks like when you work with people who've actually run food operations. Whether you need menu development, menu engineering, recipe development, health code compliance consulting, staff training for restaurants, bartender training, beverage program development, wine program development, or full restaurant concept consulting – we bring real experience to help food businesses succeed.
Food and Beverage Consultant in Orlando
Catering consulting in Orlando helps food businesses improve operations, menus, and profitability. Exclusive Affairs Catering has been providing food and beverage consultant services since 2022, bringing real-world catering experience to help restaurants, caterers, food trucks, and hospitality businesses succeed.
Unlike consultants who've only worked in corporate offices, we've actually run food operations. We know what works in Orlando's competitive restaurant market. From menu development to food safety consulting, from bartender training to restaurant concept consulting – we bring practical expertise.
Catering Consulting Services
Complete food and beverage consulting:
Menu Development
Menu Engineering
Food Cost Analysis
Menu Pricing
Recipe Development
Menu Redesign
Staff Training
Bartender Training
Wine Program
Beverage Program
Health Code
Food Safety
Menu development and menu engineering for new or existing menus. Food cost analysis and menu pricing strategy to boost profits. Recipe development for signature dishes. Staff training for restaurants and bartender training. Beverage program development and wine program development. Health code compliance consulting and food safety consulting. SOP development for restaurants. Restaurant concept consulting for new ventures.
Consulting Pricing
Professional consulting at competitive rates.
Menu Package
Complete menu work
- Menu development
- Recipe development
- Menu engineering
- Menu pricing strategy
Operations Package
Full operations review
- Food cost analysis
- Staff training program
- SOP development
- Health code compliance
Full Concept
Complete consulting
- Restaurant concept consulting
- Menu + operations
- Beverage programs
- Ongoing support
Hourly consulting also available: $150-300/hour
Consulting for All Food Businesses
Catering consulting in Orlando for:
Restaurants
Caterers
Food Trucks
Cafes
Bars
Hotels
Corporate Dining
Event Venues
New Concepts
Restaurants needing menu redesign or cost control. Caterers wanting to improve operations. Food trucks developing concepts. New restaurants needing restaurant concept consulting. Hotels and corporate dining improving F&B programs. Any food business wanting to be more profitable.
Menu Development
Menu development creates dishes that customers love and that make money. We handle recipe development for signature items, menu engineering to position dishes for maximum profitability, menu pricing strategy based on food costs and market analysis, and menu redesign for visual appeal.
Food Cost Analysis
Food cost analysis examines ingredient costs, portion sizes, waste, and pricing. Most restaurants should target 28-35% food cost. We identify where you're losing money and fix it. Combines with menu pricing strategy for immediate profit improvements.
Staff Training for Restaurants
Staff training for restaurants covers service, kitchen operations, food safety, and efficiency. Bartender training develops cocktail skills and upselling. SOP development for restaurants creates consistent, trainable processes so new hires get up to speed fast.
Complete Catering Services
Browse all our catering services in Orlando.
Homepage
Main website
F&B Consultant
Full consulting
Food Supplier
Bulk orders
Event Catering
All events
Full-Service Catering
Complete package
Drop-Off Catering
Delivery service
On-Site Catering
Live cooking
Wedding Buffet
Wedding catering
Mobile Catering
Food trucks
Personal Chef
Private dining
Meal Delivery
Weekly meals
Party Catering
Private parties
Catering Consulting Areas in Orlando
We provide consulting services throughout Greater Orlando:
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about catering consulting.
What is catering consulting?
Helps food businesses improve operations, menus, profitability. Menu development, food cost analysis, staff training, health code help, beverage programs.
How much does consulting cost?
Menu packages: $1,500-5,000. Operations: $2,500-7,000. Full concept: $5,000-10,000+. Hourly: $150-300/hour. Customized to your needs.
What does menu development include?
Recipe development, menu engineering, pricing strategy, menu redesign, testing. We create menus customers love that make you money.
What is food cost analysis?
Examines ingredient costs, portions, waste, pricing. Target: 28-35% food cost. We find where you're losing money and fix it.
Do you offer staff training?
Yes! Front-of-house, kitchen, food safety, customer service. Bartender training. SOP development for consistent training.
What is health code consulting?
Helps pass inspections, maintain food safety. Review operations, identify violations, train staff, develop programs. Florida compliant.
Do you help with beverages?
Yes! Cocktail menus, pricing, inventory, bartender training. Wine lists, food pairings, staff education. Strong beverage programs boost revenue.
What is concept consulting?
Helps define identity, target market, menu direction, pricing, atmosphere, brand positioning. For new or struggling restaurants.
Can you help an existing menu?
Absolutely! Menu redesign, engineering for existing restaurants. Analyze sales, optimize pricing, improve descriptions. Small changes = big revenue.
How long do projects take?
Food cost analysis: 1-2 weeks. Menu development: 3-6 weeks. Staff training: 2-4 weeks. Full concept: 4-8 weeks. Ongoing support available.
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Ready to improve your food business? Contact Orlando's trusted catering consulting specialists.
(689) 290-6960