Stop Guessing at Your Labor Costs

Build data-driven staffing models that optimize your labor spend without sacrificing service quality. Real restaurant operations experience meets engineering precision.

Start with $750 Audit → See How It Works
Restaurant Efficiency Expert MBA + Systems Thinking
25-35% of sales go to labor
136% wage growth vs. prices NRA, 2024
5-10% typical cost reduction
30-60d to see ROI

Labor Costs Are Breaking Restaurant Economics

Yet most restaurants still use gut feel and last year's schedules to make staffing decisions.

30-35%

of restaurant sales go to labor costs—your largest controllable expense

136-152%

West Coast wage-to-price ratio growth—wages outpacing menu price increases dramatically

Source: National Restaurant Association, 2024
6.4 hrs/week

Average reduction in operating hours due to staffing shortages—that's revenue left on the table

Source: National Restaurant Association, 2024
79%

of restaurants report being short-staffed, forcing difficult decisions about service levels

Source: National Restaurant Association, 2024

Built on Real Restaurant Operations Experience

I've worked in restaurants and led operations engineering for major national chains—designing kitchen layouts, labor models, and systems for thousands of locations.

Large Chain Experience

  • Designed kitchen layouts for 4,500+ restaurant locations
  • Led operations engineering teams optimizing speed and flexibility
  • Built labor models and staffing systems for national QSR brands
  • Worked with major brands including KFC/Yum Brands, CKE, and Panera

Regional & Independent Work

  • Advisory for regional hot chicken brand in the Midwest
  • Packaging optimization and speed of service improvements
  • Kitchen layout design for emerging concepts
  • Custom data visualizations and reporting systems

Restaurant Operations Background

  • Started working in restaurants before leading engineering teams
  • Understand both back-of-house and front-of-house operations
  • Know what works in theory vs. what works on the line
  • Bridge between operations reality and data-driven optimization

Technical Capabilities

  • Data analysis and forecasting models
  • Custom visualization dashboards
  • Integration with POS and scheduling systems
  • MBA with focus on systems thinking and optimization

Choose the Right Solution for Your Restaurant

Whether you need quick insights or comprehensive optimization, we have a service level that fits your needs and budget.

Labor Efficiency Audit
$750
One-time project

Perfect for restaurants looking to identify quick wins without a major commitment.

  • POS data analysis (1 month)
  • Current schedule review
  • Top 3 labor inefficiencies identified
  • Quick-win recommendations report
  • 1-hour consultation call
  • Delivered in 1 week
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Complete Labor Model
$3,500
One-time project

Comprehensive labor optimization for restaurants serious about systematic improvement.

  • 3-6 months historical data analysis
  • Demand forecasting model
  • Recommended staffing levels
  • Skills matrix & cross-training plan
  • Kitchen layout review (if applicable)
  • 4-5 page executive report + appendices
  • 90 days email support
  • Delivered in 4 weeks
Build Your Model

Audit credit: $750 off if you did Tier 1 first

Advisory Retainer
$1,200/mo
3-month minimum

Ongoing partnership for continuous optimization and strategic support.

  • Monthly labor performance review
  • Schedule optimization recommendations
  • Ongoing model adjustments
  • Quarterly strategy sessions
  • Priority email support (24hr response)
  • First access to SaaS platform
  • Continuous improvement
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Why Restaurants Choose KitchenSimp

✓ Real Restaurant Experience
Worked in restaurants, led engineering for major chains
✓ Proven at Scale
Designed systems for 4,500+ locations
✓ Fast Results
1 week audit, 4 weeks full model
✓ Data-Driven ROI
Show exact dollar savings, not just percentages

Common Questions

Which tier is right for me?
Start with the Audit if you're exploring options or have a tight budget. Choose Labor Model Development if you're ready for comprehensive optimization. Select the Retainer if you want ongoing partnership and continuous improvement.
What's the ROI timeframe?
Most clients who implement our recommendations see measurable savings within 30-60 days. The Audit typically pays for itself in the first month. Full Labor Model Development typically achieves ROI within 2-4 months.
Do you handle labor law compliance?
No. Our advisory services provide data-driven staffing recommendations based on your operational needs. You retain full responsibility for ensuring all scheduling decisions comply with applicable labor laws, including wage, hour, break, and overtime regulations. We recommend consulting with legal counsel for compliance questions.
What types of restaurants do you work with?
Quick service, fast casual, full service, ghost kitchens—if you have labor costs, we can optimize them. I've worked with national chains and regional independents across all formats.
Can you integrate with our existing systems?
Yes. I can work with data feeds from most major POS systems and create custom visualizations and dashboards. We'll discuss your specific systems during the discovery call.
Do you offer payment plans?
For Labor Model Development ($3,500), we offer a 50% deposit to start, 50% upon delivery. Retainer clients pay monthly.

Ready to Optimize Your Labor Costs?

Start with a risk-free audit or jump straight into comprehensive optimization.

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Not sure which is right for you? Email [email protected] and we'll help you decide.