manila chefs consultancy

We are a chef-driven consultancy helping restaurant owners develop and supercharge their business.

WELCOME TO MANILA CHEFS

At Manila Chefs, we believe that every restaurant has the potential to be extraordinary!

As a chef-driven consultancy, we specialize in helping Philippine restaurant owners unlock their full potential by offering expert culinary guidance, operational optimization, and innovative business strategies.

Our team of seasoned chefs and industry professionals work closely with you to elevate every aspect of your restaurant — from creating mouth-watering menus to streamlining kitchen operations and enhancing the overall dining experience.

Whether you're looking to increase profitability, improve your brand, or expand your offerings, Manila Chefs is here to ensure your restaurant thrives in the competitive food industry.

Let’s build a better restaurant, one dish at a time.

Our Services

Whether you're launching a new restaurant and need expert chefs to develop your menu and bring your vision to life, or you're an established player seeking to streamline and optimize your operations, Manila Chefs is here to guide you. Our chef-driven consultancy offers tailored solutions to help your restaurant thrive at any stage.

    • Concept Creation: Help restaurant owners develop a cohesive brand and dining concept that resonates with their target market. This includes defining the restaurant’s concept, ambiance & atmosphere, and unique value proposition.

    • Brand Consistency: Ensure the restaurant’s food, service, and ambiance align with the brand identity, helping it stand out in a crowded market.

    • Menu Design & Optimization: Create or revamp menus to balance creativity, market trends, and profitability. This includes designing menu layouts, food costing, and creating signature dishes.

    • Menu Engineering: Analyze the profitability and popularity of menu items to make data-driven decisions on what to promote, modify, or remove.

    • Operational Audits: Conduct thorough assessments of kitchen workflows, equipment usage, and staffing to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.

    • Kitchen Layout Optimization: Provide guidance on kitchen design to maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure smooth service, from prep to plating.

    • Culinary Training: Offer hands-on training for kitchen staff, focusing on improving cooking techniques, presentation skills, and consistency.

    • Leadership & Management: Train head chefs and kitchen managers on leadership skills, cost management, and team coordination for a cohesive kitchen environment.

    • Costing & Budget Management: Offer strategies to control food costs, reduce waste, and optimize supplier relationships to improve profitability without sacrificing quality.

    • Inventory & Waste Management: Implement systems for efficient inventory tracking and reducing food waste, which directly impacts the bottom line.

    • Food Safety Audits: Conduct thorough audits to ensure restaurants meet local and international food safety standards, identifying areas of improvement in food handling, storage, and preparation.

    • GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) Implementation: Assist in implementing GMP to ensure that the kitchen operates according to the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and hygiene.

    • HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) Certification: Provide guidance on HACCP protocols to identify potential hazards in food production and implement control measures to prevent contamination and ensure food safety at all stages.

other services

Manila Chefs is the consultancy arm of Manila Kitchens.

Manila Kitchens offers professional kitchen design & build services for chefs and restaurants, offering services that include stainless steel fabrication, restaurant fit out, kitchen mechanical works, and others.