Tailored solutions for restaurant owners ready to refine and grow.
Restaurants are high-pressure environments where consistency, leadership, and a great guest experience matter daily. I work with restaurateurs and managers to fine-tune operations, develop standout service models, and support teams during periods of growth or change. With experience across both casual and fine dining, I offer a fresh perspective and practical solutions to help your business thrive – from front-of-house systems to team culture and service delivery.
Here’s a list of what Curate can do for your restaurant:
Event Concept and Design: Develop themes and creative concepts tailored to the restaurant’s brand and clientele (e.g., seasonal events, holiday dinners, wine pairings).
Menu Customization: Collaborate with the kitchen to create customized event menus, including special dishes or curated tasting menus for private parties or large gatherings.
Vendor Coordination: Handle bookings for third-party vendors, such as photographers, entertainers, florists, audio/visual services, or additional staff.
Logistics Management: Organize event timelines, floor plans, seating arrangements, and guest flow to ensure smooth operations from start to finish.
Guest List Management: Manage RSVPs, seating arrangements, and guest communication, ensuring a seamless experience for attendees.
Marketing & Promotion: Help promote special events via social media, email campaigns, or local advertising, leveraging the restaurant’s existing platforms.
Event Coordination: Oversee all details on the day-of event, ensuring everything runs on schedule and addressing any issues as they arise.
Decor and Ambiance: Create visually appealing spaces by designing event decor that matches the theme and enhances the atmosphere (e.g., table settings, lighting, floral arrangements).
Budget Management: Help set and stick to a budget, ensuring the event is cost-effective while still meeting client expectations.
Client Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for the restaurant, event hosts, and guests, providing clarity and managing expectations.
Event Follow-Up: After the event, gather feedback from guests and clients, and handle any necessary follow-up tasks such as thank-you notes or post-event marketing.
Staff Training: Assist with staff briefing and training on event-specific needs, ensuring the team is prepared for unique service demands during the event.
These tasks ensure that events at the restaurant run smoothly, create memorable experiences for guests, and help boost the restaurant’s brand and sales.