F&B Consultancy

We make concepts work commercially, operationally and repeatedly.

Twenty-plus years of senior hospitality leadership behind restaurant groups, hotel operators, investors and franchisors. Nimble, fast, and built for operators who need results, not decks.

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We do not design pretty concepts. We make them work.

What We Do

Five pillars. One standard: what we deliver has to pay back.

01

Diagnostics & Performance Review

A commercial and operational diagnostic that identifies where F&B profit is leaking, what it's costing you, and what to fix first. Thirty days, clear output, no fluff.

02

Fractional Leadership

Senior F&B leadership for operators who need board-level guidance without a full-time executive hire. Weekly operating rhythm, performance review, menu and pricing cadence, coaching.

03

Turnaround & Restructure

Focused support for measurable improvement in margin, labour productivity, kitchen flow and operating discipline. For businesses that need grip, not theory.

04

Franchise & Market Entry Advisory

Operator-led support for franchisors, master franchisees, investors and brands entering or scaling in the UK, Ireland or internationally. From readiness to mobilisation.

05

Concept & Opening Mobilisation

Full food offer construction for a new or rebuilt site: menu, supply chain, kitchen design input, recruitment, food safety systems and owner mentoring through build and opening.

The right fit matters. We work with operators who are ready to move.

Who We Work With

  • Restaurant groups — QSR, casual, premium casual
  • Hotel F&B operators
  • 2–3 site estates looking to scale
  • Medium-sized groups needing expansion strategy
  • PE-backed or founder-owned
  • Franchisors and master franchisees
  • Investors doing pre-deal diligence
Testimonials

What clients say.

Matt designed and built the full food offer at The Tunnel House Inn — a value-engineered kitchen delivered ahead of the wider build, a brilliant interim Airstream menu around the Josper, and a seasonal, provenance-led dining offer that's now live to outstanding feedback and very healthy bookings. He helped us recruit an excellent head chef and strong team, and has been a trusted sounding board throughout. Recommended without hesitation.

Peter Austen, Owner, Peacefield Pubs Limited

Let's talk about what's next.

Matt Fanthorpe
Founder & Managing Director
Brigade & Boardroom Limited

matt@brigadeboardroom.com
+44 7930 454329

Brigade & Boardroom Limited
Registered in England & Wales
Company no. 140229