Build It Right from Day One—or Rebuild It Better

From startups to turnarounds, Salt & Cayenne provides hands-on consulting for restaurants that need structure, strategy, and profitability. 

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Expert Restaurant Consulting 

Whether you’re opening your first concept or reclaiming a struggling location, Salt & Cayenne offers direct, actionable consulting services that strengthen your foundation and set your team up for success. Our team works across multiple hospitality formats—full-service, fast-casual, ghost kitchens, and mixed-use food & beverage operations. 

Our Consulting Services Include

  • Startup Planning & Feasibility Studies 
  • Restaurant Renovations & Brand Refreshes 
  • Reclamation Projects for Underperforming Locations 
  • Standard Operating Procedures (FOH + BOH) 
  • Business Plan Development for Capital Raises or Partners 
  • Menu Concepting + Recipe & Build Guides 
  • Inventory Management Systems + Cost Controls 
  • P&L Reviews + Ongoing Profitability Audits 

Ideal Clients

New restaurant owners seeking startup guidance 

Groups expanding into new markets or formats

Operators looking to refresh outdated systems 

Restaurants recovering from ownership or staff turnover 

Brands needing clear SOPs to support scaling 

Flexible Fee Structures 

Hourly Consulting Blocks
Great for short-term projects or evaluations 

Flat-Rate Packages
Available for new concept development or renovations
 

Retainer Agreements
Ongoing advisory support for scaling groups
 

Let’s Build Something That Works

Salt & Cayenne brings decades of real-world restaurant operations experience to every engagement. If you’re ready to take your concept—or your systems—to the next level, let’s talk.