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Phase 1: Comprehensive Assessment
Virtual or onsite evaluation of your operations using the Restaurant PhD Framework™, identifying the biggest opportunities for improvement.
How We Work Together
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Phase 2: Strategic Roadmap Development
Prioritized action plan with clear timelines, ownership assignments, and success metrics based on your specific needs and goals.
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Phase 3: Implementation Support (Optional)
Ongoing coaching and guidance while you and your team implement new systems and processes across your organization.
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Phase 4: Certification & Independence
Your leadership team earns Restaurant PhD certification, proving they can execute all systems independently.
The Results You Can Expect
Operational Independence
Your GMs and shift leaders will know exactly what good looks like and have the confidence to coach it without constant oversight.
Predictable Performance
Consistent execution across all locations and shifts, creating reliable results regardless of who's managing.
Scalable Growth
Systems that support expansion without diluting quality or requiring your constant presence at every location.
Financial Improvement
Reduced labor costs, improved efficiency, optimized revenue, and higher customer satisfaction leading to sustainable profitability.
Leadership Multiplication
Managers who think strategically and develop others, creating internal promotion opportunities and reducing external hiring needs.
What Restaurant Leaders Say About Working with April
“April has an in-depth understanding of every facet of the restaurant and sales industries, but more importantly, she understands people. Her ability to analyze and understand individual needs allows her to tailor her leadership style and support system to those needs.” — Cynthia, Franchise Business Consultant
“April taught me the heart of people management: how to build a team culture that thrives on accountability and respect, how to coach tough conversations with empathy, and how to develop leaders so they're prepared for the next level.” — Veronica, Property Management Executive
“She developed me from an entry level supervisor to an assistant manager, to general manager, and finally to district manager. As her successor, I became one of the most recognized district managers in the company to date by exceeding standards, setting records, and achieving high-limit goals.” — Cynthia, Franchise Business Consultant
“April has a rare gift: she can walk into a business, see exactly where the gaps are, and lift both the operation and the people running it to an entirely new level. Any restaurant team she consults will not only become sharper and more profitable—they'll walk away with tools that stay with them for life.” — Veronica, Property Management Executive
Why Choose Restaurant PhD Over Other Consultants?
Proven Framework Methodology
The Restaurant PhD Framework™ isn't generic consulting—it's a systematic, battle-tested approach that addresses every critical aspect of restaurant operations.
Real Operator Experience
Every strategy comes from hands-on multi-unit operations experience, not academic theory. We know what works during a Friday night rush because we've lived it.
AI Integration Expertise
Practical AI applications that create immediate operational advantages—an area where most consultants can't help.
Leadership Development Focus
We specialize in developing people who develop people, creating sustainable improvement rather than quick fixes.
You Keep Everything
Build internal capabilities rather than consultant dependency. All systems and frameworks become your permanent assets.
Multiple Engagement Options
From comprehensive consulting to standalone speaking engagements, choose the level of involvement that fits your needs and budget.
Ready to Transform Your Restaurant Operations?
Stop running a business that depends entirely on you. The Restaurant PhD Framework™ isn't just consulting—it's a proven methodology that creates lasting operational independence and sustainable growth.