Hospitality

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Collective

Strategy, concept, design & brands you can take to the bank!
Who we are

We are a collective of Hospitality Veterans & the faces behind some of the country’s best restaurants, bars, wineries, breweries & hotels.

We are chefs, managers, designers, creatives, strategists, project managers & analysts!

We have walked many miles in our worn hospitality shoes. In the kitchen, behind the bar, on the floor and in the back office.

We have conceptualized, designed, delivered and grown a multitude of diverse venues.

We are 360 degrees of director level support.

What we do

We create, design, plan, market,
grow, manage and control

Design

kitchens, bars, interiors, exteriors, equipment

Business

feasibility, business plan, the pitch, growth strategy, strategic planning, health checks

Financial

budgets, revenue projection, cost control, systems, analysis

Creative

concept development, branding, menu, drink list, event kit, marketing strategy, promotions

Operational

project management, competencies and training, workshops, staff programs, HR, recruitment

Why us?

We are a director level support team!

Hospitality is hard. Margins are tight and trends are transient, even if you are on the right track.

To us at Merriweather, every project or business is unique. Our designs, concepts and plans are backed not only by our experience but also with current market research and the facts.

We keep designs operationally efficient, uncomplicated and compliant.

Every concept we come up with is aligned to emerging market trends and the unique location/s.

Here’s what our clients have to say

We make sure every client is 100% satisfied with their experience and service. No exceptions.
Merriweather Collective was instrumental in helping us revamp our restaurant's menu and create a more streamlined and profitable operation. Their expertise and attention to detail were invaluable.
John S., restaurant owner
Working with Merriweather Collective was a game-changer for our hotel. They helped us identify areas where we were losing money and provided practical solutions to improve our bottom line.
Maria D., hotel manager

Blog

Top 10 Tips to a Fat Bottom Line

It is not uncommon for businesses to see a slow decline in profit over time, but there are some simple ways to get ahead of the curve and to see these changes coming. Here are our top 10 tips for driving business performance to achieve a stronger bottom line.

Risk Assessment and Management

When you are planning a hospitality project, there are a lot of moving parts to keep track of. And while it might be tempting to dive right in and start building, taking a step back to assess the potential risks can make a huge difference in the success of your project.

Commercial Kitchen Design (Top 5 Tips)

Here at The Collective, we have designed and optimised kitchens for every type of venue, we have also worked in countless kitchens during busy long shifts and single chef lulls. We know that getting your kitchen design right from the very beginning is critical.

Resources

Hospitality Budget Template

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Hospitality Business Plan Template

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Hospitality Project Plan

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Hospitality Pre-open checklist

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Hospitality Pitch Template

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Hospitality Business Health Check Template

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Menu Costing Template

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Manager Performance Review Template

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Chef Performance Review Template

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