Food Business Consulting
You're one in a Melon.
Custom made Packages for youR Food Service Venue.
How we work
We blend collaboration, individuality, and creativity to serve mouthwatering solutions tailored to your food service business needs.
Our experienced consultants work closely with you to customise the juiciest strategy.
Let’s cook up something delicious together!
Evaluation
Let's connect and see if we're the perfect blend for your café or restaurant.
During this phase, we'll gather all your details to determine if we're a match for collaboration and working together.
If we pair up like a hot buttered toast and a smear of vegemite, it's time for Step 2.
Onboarding
No matter what level of ongoing monthly support you move over to, we do the same high level of onboarding work, including the creation of a stakeholder report.
Discovery
It's during this period that we really get to know your business, your competition, the market that you're in or want to enter, and much, much more.
We focus on our quick wins, and use this time we figure out the best long-term strategy to achieve your goals.
Iteration
It's all about iteration! We focus on making continuous improvements to the tactics we use, continuing to innovate and try out new things.
You will get monthly reports on our progress to equip you with the data you need to take back to your stakeholders and get the buy-in needed to really get everyone moving in the same direction. Collaborating to achieve the best possible outcome.
Step 1
Evaluation
Let’s get to know one another a little more. It’s here we work out whether we are the right support for your brand.
Budget
Bites
$85
- 30 minute consult
- 1-on-1
Bite into a brief phone consult that’s just enough to sift through your current situation and whisk up high-level ideas for a bespoke proposal. It’s the perfect appetizer to whet your appetite for success!
Moderate Morsels
$350
- 90 minute consult
- 1-on-1
Savor a more substantial serving. We’ll marinate in your business details, deep-dive into your goals during, and stir up strategies for success. The dessert? A follow-up meeting to present your tailored proposal.
Premium
Platter
$785
- 3 hour workshop
- Up to three participants
Indulge in an immersive strategy session. We grill your challenges before we arrive, coming armed with a recipe for success. Afterwards, we create a selection of packages for you to pick from in a follow-up meeting.
Easy Start
$850
- 1 month
We strive to create a detailed report that is perfect for presenting to your cafe or restaurant stakeholders or investors.
This report will cover areas such as market research, menu development, establishing supplier connections, and brand positioning.
The cost of this service will be customised based on the results of our evaluation of your business.
Step 2
Onboarding
No matter the size of your business or of your goals, we do the same high level of onboarding work to make sure we have what we need to start our discovery work.
Would you like some support with only product sourcing? Click to find out more.
Step 3
Discovery
It’s time to get stuck in and work together to achieve some of your goals. Each one of these baskets is a set amount per month, agreed upon during Onboarding.
Basket 1
$POA
- 1-3 months
For cafés wanting to stand out, optimise their profits and their kitchen.
- Understanding Allergies & Growth among Australian Consumers
- Looking at existing menu improvement
- Food and Beverage Trends Recommendations
- Food Suppliers & Distributors
- Building a Substantially Pantry List
- Access to marketing advice on how to make your venue stand out from the crowd
- High-level monthly report of work completed
- Feature page on our website
Basket 2
$POA
- 1-3 months
For any food service business wanting to launch their own product.
- Market review and benchmarking
- Recipe exploration, costing, tasting and delivery
- Gate Process & accountability checks
- Industry contacts to bring product alive
- Food manufacturing - including takeaway and third-party sales agent
- Food methodology and packaging
- Access to brand partners within trade to take your concept to the next level
- Help and guidance in getting your brand ranged into distributors and food service customers
- Access to third-party marketing and brand partners
- Optional ongoing support available
- High-level monthly report of work completed
Basket 3
Mentoring
$POA
- 20 hours
For new and established food service and hospitality businesses.
- Current situation evaluation
- Ongoing support and guidance in any aspect of food service
- Accountability and motivation
- Recommendations, change management & implementation
- Feedback and coaching
- Food insights - including allergies
- Menu Planning
- Ordering Process Advice – suggestions on third party platforms from our foodie partners
- High-level monthly report of work completed
- Feature page on our website
- Monthly social media post feature
Basket 4
$POA
- 3-6 months
For new food service and hospitality businesses needing a boost.
- Concept Development
- Branding
- Menu development
- Drinks list
- Sourcing
- Hiring support
- Marketing Strategy – including third party access to some industry experts
- Stand out from the competition with innovative and unique offerings
- High-level monthly report of work completed
- Feature page on our website
- Monthly social media post feature
Basket 5
$POA
- 1-3 months
Boujie kids menu concepts for any venue and budget.
- Understanding food allergies & statistics
- Providing a menu to suit even the fussiest kids
- Create Instagram worthy plates
- Fun and innovative
- Meeting kids’ dietary needs
- Breaking the mould of traditional meals
- High-level monthly report of work completed
Basket 1
$POA
- 1-3 months
For cafés wanting to stand out, optimise their profits and their kitchen.
- Understanding Allergies & Growth among Australian Consumers
- Looking at existing menu improvement
- Food and Beverage Trends Recommendations
- Food Suppliers & Distributors
- Building a Substantially Pantry List
- Access to marketing advice on how to make your venue stand out from the crowd
- High-level monthly report of work completed
- Feature page on our website
Basket 2
$POA
- 1-3 months
For any food service business wanting to launch their own product.
- Market review and benchmarking
- Recipe exploration, costing, tasting and delivery
- Gate Process & accountability checks
- Industry contacts to bring product alive
- Food manufacturing - including takeaway and third-party sales agent
- Food methodology and packaging
- Access to brand partners within trade to take your concept to the next level
- Help and guidance in getting your brand ranged into distributors and food service customers
- Access to third-party marketing and brand partners
- Optional ongoing support available
- High-level monthly report of work completed
Basket 3
Mentoring
$POA
- 20 hours
For new and established food service and hospitality businesses.
- Current situation evaluation
- Ongoing support and guidance in any aspect of food service
- Accountability and motivation
- Recommendations, change management & implementation
- Feedback and coaching
- Food insights - including allergies
- Menu Planning
- Ordering Process Advice – suggestions on third party platforms from our foodie partners
- High-level monthly report of work completed
- Feature page on our website
- Monthly social media post feature
Basket 4
$POA
- 3-6 months
For new food service and hospitality businesses needing a boost.
- Concept Development
- Branding
- Menu development
- Drinks list
- Sourcing
- Hiring support
- Marketing Strategy – including third party access to some industry experts
- Stand out from the competition with innovative and unique offerings
- High-level monthly report of work completed
- Feature page on our website
- Monthly social media post feature
Basket 5
$POA
- 1-3 months
Boujie kids menu concepts for any venue and budget.
- Understanding food allergies & statistics
- Providing a menu to suit even the fussiest kids
- Create Instagram worthy plates
- Fun and innovative
- Meeting kids’ dietary needs
- Breaking the mould of traditional meals
- High-level monthly report of work completed
Step 4
Iteration
Finally, let’s sink our teeth into something juicer and achieve some of your long-term goals.
Ongoing Support
$POA
Our ongoing support is carefully seasoned to suit your brand, goals, and timelines—everything is customised just for you.
We offer a made-to-order experience, from flexible pricing options to comprehensive inclusions and a streamlined feedback process.
Whether you prefer a hands-on or hands-off approach, rest assured that we have gathered valuable knowledge to propel your food service venue to success.
From here on out we take everything we’ve learned so far and continue to optimise and improve, with a high focus on long-term, sustainable growth.
We're specialists in Food and Beverage
At Imagine Collective, we’re more than just your Food and Beverage negotiator; consider us the zesty twist that’ll take your business to the top!
We whip up a delicious strategy combining a dash of customer joy, a sprinkle of operational smoothness, and a hearty scoop of brand spotlight. It’s a mouthwatering mix sure to make your café, restaurant or hospitality venture the talk of the foodservice industry!
Your Unique Recipe for Success
Browse our menu of services, customisable to fulfil your unique business goals.
Our initial chat is like a culinary brainstorm, where we figure out exactly what your business needs and blend our services together create a package that will smash your business goals.
This tailor-made recipe isn’t just for show – it’s your blueprint for the next step in your company’s journey.
- Negotiable and affordable ongoing contracts
- Minimum three month commitment
- See month-on-month growth
Strategic Planning & Forecasting
Customised business strategies and detailed sales projections to help you reach your goals.
Customer Acquisition & Growth Management
Identifying your target customers, growth opportunities, and resource management for optimal expansion.
Sales Strategy & Team Training
Creating effective sales processes and advising on the best ways to increase profit per customer.
Customer Satisfaction Excellence
Focusing on meeting customer expectations and contributing to exceptional satisfaction levels.
Marketing & Digital Presence
Utilise the best digital channels to develop brand identity and boost online presence.
Benchmarking & Menu Development
Providing market review, benchmarking, and assistance in menu development, sourcing, and costing.
Margin Improvement & Kitchen Guidance
Menu analysis to improve margins, simplify production, and guidance through food product options.
OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY & COMPLIANCE
Ensuring smooth operations, navigating regulatory compliance, and advising on facilities design for an efficient environment.
Product Sourcing Advice
We’re better than Google! Trust in us to source the very best products for your pantry.
Start working with us
It’s really easy to get started with us. All you have to do is fill in this quick form and someone from our team will be in touch with you in a jiff.
