Restaurant & Food Manufacturing Consulting

Empowering restaurants and fresh food manufacturers to build smarter, more profitable systems.

We partner with food and hospitality businesses to unlock growth through strategy, culinary innovation, and operational discipline. From fractional leadership to systems, product, and marketing, we translate insight into execution—driving revenue, expanding margins, and building scalable, future-ready operations.

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About the Founder

Kyle Markt - Founder & Strategic Advisor

Kyle Markt is a CEO, chef, operator, and strategic advisor with over two decades of experience shaping the future of food. From fine-dining kitchens to executive roles at fast-casual and food-tech companies, Kyle has built his career around a simple but powerful idea: that bold flavor and real nutrition can—and should—coexist.

As the CEO of Green Tomato Grill and former Head of Culinary Strategy at Farmer's Fridge, Kyle blends deep culinary roots with sharp business acumen. Today, he partners with mission-driven food brands as a fractional executive and advisor, helping them scale with purpose, integrity, and great taste.

Beyond Kyle's hands-on experience, we leverage a curated network of seasoned industry experts—C-suite executives, food scientists, marketing strategists, and operational specialists—who bring deep expertise to specialized challenges. This extended team enables us to offer comprehensive advisory across every aspect of your business, from product development to market scaling.

Kyle Markt, Founder & Strategic Advisor

Your First Strategy Session: On the House

2+ hours of advisory services for FREE. Here's why:

1

I genuinely love helping operators succeed. Building better businesses is what drives me—your growth matters to me.

2

These conversations keep me sharp. Learning what's working (and what isn't) in your business helps me stay current on industry trends.

3

Every conversation teaches me something new. I learn from operators like you, and the exchange is always mutual.

Our Services

We deliver comprehensive consulting that blends culinary excellence with strategic business insight.

Startup Strategy & Concept Development

We help restaurants and food brands validate concepts, refine positioning, and build executable strategies from day one.

  • Concept validation and market testing
  • Brand positioning and messaging
  • Go-to-market strategy
  • Financial modeling and funding preparation

Menu Optimization & Cost Analytics

We analyze menus for profitability, ingredient costs, and operational efficiency to maximize margins without sacrificing quality.

  • Menu engineering and pricing optimization
  • Cost analysis and reduction strategies
  • Recipe development and scaling
  • Supplier relationship management

Fractional CEO & Leadership Advisory

We provide experienced CEO-level guidance for growing food businesses, helping with strategic direction, operations, and team development.

  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Operational systems and scaling
  • Team building and leadership
  • Quarterly business reviews and accountability

Tech Stack & Packaging Solutions

We identify and implement the right technology platforms and packaging strategies to support your growth and brand.

  • POS system selection and implementation
  • Supply chain and inventory management
  • Packaging design and supplier sourcing
  • Integration and workflow optimization

Who We Work With & What We Advise On

Industries We Serve

Restaurants

From fine dining to QSR, we help restaurant operators strengthen operations and profitability.

Fresh Food Manufacturers

We support manufacturers of fresh, prepared, and specialty food products scaling their production and distribution.

E-Commerce Food Sales

We guide direct-to-consumer and online food businesses in scaling operations, managing logistics, and maximizing customer lifetime value.

Food Retail & Distribution

Expert advisory for specialty retailers, food retail, and foodservice distribution operations.

Areas of Expertise

Culinary Innovation

Product development, menu engineering, and flavor optimization strategies.

Operations

Process optimization, staffing, supply chain, production efficiency, and execution excellence.

Marketing & Growth

Brand positioning, customer acquisition, go-to-market strategy, and revenue scaling.

Finance & Profitability

Cost analysis, financial planning, profit optimization, and owner wealth building.

Our Holistic Approach

We bridge corporate vision, revenue strategy, marketing, and operations to build a cohesive profit strategy. Every engagement is bespoke, grounded in deep discovery to uncover root causes and unlock your team's full potential.

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Deep Discovery

We conduct thorough analysis across product, operations, marketing, and revenue functions to identify root causes and uncover hidden opportunities. Understanding your entire ecosystem is foundational.

2

Integrated Strategy

We craft a cohesive strategy that aligns product development, marketing positioning, and revenue targets. We bridge the gap between what you make and how you sell it.

3

Bespoke Execution

No cookie-cutter solutions. We design and implement strategies tailored to your unique market position, operational capabilities, and growth ambitions.

4

Sustained Growth

We track results across profit, margin, and growth metrics. Our goal is building momentum—where your teams understand how each function drives the business.

Why Partner With Us

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Deep Industry Experience

20+ Years of Experience

From fine-dining kitchens to food-tech executive roles.

C-Suite Credibility

CEO of Green Tomato Grill, Head of Culinary Strategy at Farmer's Fridge.

Deep Expertise

Culinary innovation, operations, strategy, and profitability.

Industry Network

Dozens of professionals ready to solve any challenge.

20+

Years in Food Industry

$500M+

In Revenue Experience

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Let's Work Together

Ready to build a smarter, more profitable food business? Let's discuss how we can help you achieve your strategic goals.