Hospitality Consulting & Fractional COO Leadership
Executive operational expertise without the commitment of a full-time hire.
B.R. Guest
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Atlantic Grill
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Blue Water Grill
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RF Times Square
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Fiamma SOHO
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GRAY HAWK GRILL
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BLT Steak
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BLT Prime
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BLT Burger
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Le Pain Quotidien
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Merchants Hospitality
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Philippe Chow
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Clinton Hall Biergarten
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Watermark Bar
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Governors Island Events & Concerts
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SLATE Events
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Ambose Beer & Lobster
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STK Steak
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Hill Country Barbecue
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DEAN & DELUCA
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10Hope BK
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B.R. Guest / Atlantic Grill / Blue Water Grill / RF Times Square / Fiamma SOHO / GRAY HAWK GRILL / BLT Steak / BLT Prime / BLT Burger / Le Pain Quotidien / Merchants Hospitality / Philippe Chow / Clinton Hall Biergarten / Watermark Bar / Governors Island Events & Concerts / SLATE Events / Ambose Beer & Lobster / STK Steak / Hill Country Barbecue / DEAN & DELUCA / 10Hope BK /
What we do.
We partner with restaurant owners, developers, and investors to turn ideas into thriving hospitality ventures. From concept creation and operational excellence to strategic site selection and portfolio growth, we provide insight-driven consulting that enhances performance, maximizes returns, and elevates every aspect of the guest experience. Our unique blend of hospitality expertise and real estate strategy ensures your projects succeed on every level.
Services we offer.
Fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO) Services
Three-Month Minimum Engagement
Strategic Operational Leadership
For restaurant groups seeking senior operational leadership without the long-term commitment of a full-time executive, our Fractional COO services provide focused, high-impact oversight when it matters most. We embed seamlessly within your organization to assess operations, surface constraints, and align leadership around clear, executable priorities—bringing structure, discipline, and clarity to complex environments.
Flexible Engagements. Measurable Results.
Engagements are intentionally designed for short- to mid-term needs, including growth phases, operational resets, leadership transitions, and pre-investment or exit preparation. Leveraging proven hospitality systems across people, process, and performance, we deliver immediate traction, measurable improvements, and a durable operational foundation—without the overhead of a permanent executive hire.
Private Equity Due Diligence Package
Two-Month Minimum Engagement
Designed for private equity firms, family offices, and investors evaluating hospitality and food & beverage opportunities, this package delivers a rigorous, operator-led assessment to support confident investment decisions. We conduct a comprehensive review of the target company’s operations, financial performance, organizational structure, and scalability—identifying both near-term risks and value-creation opportunities.
Our diligence extends beyond the numbers to assess unit-level economics, leadership depth, systems, supply chain, real estate exposure, and brand integrity. We evaluate the sustainability of margins, operational discipline, and growth readiness, providing clear insight into what will be required post-close to stabilize, optimize, or scale the business.
Deliverables include a concise, investor-ready report outlining key findings, risk factors, and prioritized recommendations, along with a practical post-acquisition operating roadmap. The result is a clear-eyed, operationally grounded perspective that enhances underwriting, informs deal structure, and positions investors for successful ownership from day one.
New Business & Real Estate Package
One-Month Minimum Engagement
Designed for new ventures and operators entering the New York City market for the first time, this package provides comprehensive, hands-on guidance during the most critical early phase. We act as a strategic partner, helping you navigate NYC’s complex real estate landscape, regulatory environment, and market dynamics with clarity and confidence.
Our team delivers end-to-end support, including concept validation, neighborhood and market analysis, and site selection aligned with your brand, budget, and long-term growth objectives. We introduce a curated network of trusted brokers, attorneys, architects, contractors, vendors, and other key partners to ensure every decision is informed and coordinated from day one.
As licensed real estate salespersons, we are uniquely positioned to guide the process from concept through lease execution seamlessly. By bridging strategic advisory and transactional execution, we coordinate directly with landlords, brokers, and legal counsel while advocating for your interests throughout negotiations. The result is a streamlined, fully aligned experience that reduces friction, accelerates timelines, and ensures the real estate outcome supports the broader business vision—setting the foundation for long-term success.
1 Day Intro Package
One-Day Minimum Engagement
For those coming to New York City to gain a true lay of the land, we offer a highly immersive, on-the-ground experience designed to replace guesswork with insight. We spend the day alongside you exploring a range of key neighborhoods, discussing how each aligns with your concept, target guest, and long-term objectives, while evaluating potential business locations through both a strategic and practical lens.
Throughout the visit, we provide real-time perspective on market dynamics, foot traffic patterns, competitive density, pricing power, and operational considerations unique to each area. The goal is not simply to see spaces, but to understand how the city functions—block by block—and how your business can succeed within it.
Following the visit, you receive a curated introduction to highly respected, fully vetted professional service providers, including insurance and real estate brokers, attorneys, architects, contractors, recruiters and other essential partners and vendors. This ensures your NYC opening is informed, coordinated, and efficient from the outset, with trusted experts in place to support a smooth path from concept to execution.
We can provide translators and transportation as needed for an additional fee.
Custom Consulting Package
One-Month Minimum Engagement
Our custom consulting services are fully à la carte, allowing you to select from an extensive menu of offerings so you invest only in the support you truly need. Blue Hospitality draws on a trusted network of subject-matter experts to deliver highly specialized insight as required, including: master sommeliers, purchasing and receiving specialists, culinary and pastry leadership, recruiting, IT, human resources professionals and design partners. This flexible model ensures precise expertise, deployed efficiently and aligned with your specific objectives.
Consulting menu.
Our services are intentionally varied and custom—crafted to meet the specific operational, financial, and strategic needs of each client rather than applied from a fixed template. If you don’t see a service listed that aligns with your needs, we encourage you to ask—many engagements are custom-built beyond what appears here.
Operations & Performance
Full-scale restaurant operations management review
SOP development, staffing strategy, and training programs
Guest experience optimization and service standards
Multi-unit oversight, openings, facility management reviews and turnaround initiatives
Professional services recommendations and introductions
Financial Strategy & Profitability
P&L management, budgeting, and forecasting
Menu engineering, pricing strategy, and margin optimization
Revenue growth and cost-control programs
KPI dashboards and financial reporting for data-driven decisions
Concept Development & Brand Strategy
Market research and feasibility analysis
Vendor recommendations & introductions
Brand positioning, storytelling, and identity creation
Menu design, culinary direction, and seasonal program strategy
Concept launches and portfolio expansion planning
Leadership & Organizational Excellence
Executive coaching and talent development
Organizational structure design and culture building
Succession planning and retention strategies
Interim management and operational advisory
Real Estate & Development Advisory
Site selection, lease review, and pro forma modeling
Developer and landlord coordination for strategic growth
New unit openings, adaptive reuse, and property repositioning
Expansion strategy for multi-unit or mixed-use projects
Licensed real estate salespersons on staff to guide you through the entire process of securing the ideal location
