Restaurants Pros Consulting
Leadership
Ground-Level to High-Level Strategy
At Restaurants Pros, we truly understand every aspect of the restaurant business—from the dish pit to signing a decade-long lease for a new venue. Our experience spans handling operations that bring in less than a thousand dollars a day to those exceeding ten thousand. Our consulting team is rooted in the industry, comprising former floor managers, general managers, regional managers and owners. We've been involved in launching new restaurants, revamping existing ones, and turning around establishments on the brink of closure into market leaders.
With over 25 years of combined business experience from our leadership team, we possess the expertise and practical knowledge required to steer your restaurant towards maximum profitability.
Our services and tools are designed not just to boost your profits, but also to enhance your quality of life as a business owner, providing you with a more efficient and rewarding way to run your business.
From a single location to a multi-million dollar enterprise, I have witnessed the full spectrum of growth and challenges in the restaurant industry. My career spans roles as an Chef Operations Officer for a restaurant chain and an outside consultant for corporate restaurants, giving me a comprehensive understanding of what drives success in this industry.
Growing up in a family of small business owners, with my father at the helm of his own business, I have firsthand experience with the struggles, hardships, and triumphs of operating a small business. This background has deeply influenced my approach to restaurant management and consulting.
Over the decades, I've worked with diverse cultures worldwide, developing an operational system adaptable to various restaurant settings. This system has consistently driven success for all the establishments I've partnered with. My expertise extends beyond operations; I'm adept at building strong teams and creating sustainable systems that ensure team cohesion and efficiency.
Additionally, I specialize in branding, graphic design, and web development. My passion for these areas allows me to craft visually appealing and effective branding and online presence for restaurants, significantly enhancing their market reach and customer engagement.
One of my greatest joys is revitalizing struggling restaurants. When owners feel lost and uncertain, I step in to revamp their branding, develop a robust operational system, and launch an engaging website. Witnessing the transformation—seeing the owner's renewed pride, a staff that embraces the new system, and the overall positive change—fuels my passion for this business and solidifies my commitment to consulting. This is why I founded Restaurants Pros: to ignite success and inspire excellence in every restaurant I touch.
Founder and President
David Szemeredy
Lead by Action
Maximizing Efficiency and Profitability with POS Integrations: A Guide for Restaurant Owners and Managers
In today's fast-paced restaurant industry, efficient operations and exceptional customer service are critical to success. One of the most effective ways to achieve these goals is through integrating your Point-of-Sale (POS) system with various other platforms and tools. In this blog post, we'll explore how POS integrations can benefit your restaurant, with a focus on reducing errors, improving workflow, enhancing reporting and analytics, and ultimately saving money while boosting profitability.
Leading Your Restaurant: Embracing Leadership Over Boss Mentality
In the culinary world, the dynamics of management play a crucial role in shaping not just the efficiency of operations but also the morale and creativity of the team. The distinction between being a boss and a leader holds paramount significance, especially in the fast-paced and high-pressure environment of a restaurant. While the terms might seem interchangeable, their implications are vastly different, echoing far beyond the kitchen walls.
As the Vice President of Sales at Restaurants Pros, I bring over seven years of experience in crafting and executing sales strategies that drive growth, enhance brand presence, and elevate customer satisfaction. Previously serving as a Marketing Associate at Sysco, the global leader in foodservice distribution, I honed my skills in developing and implementing marketing initiatives that significantly boosted sales and client engagement. I hold a bachelor's degree and studied Marketing from Murray State University and ServSafe certified.
At Restaurants Pros, my core competencies include market forecasting, brand development, campaign management, and food and beverage operations management. These skills enable me to deliver outstanding results, such as increasing the average order value by 15%, launching successful loyalty programs, and expanding the customer base by 10%. I leverage data-driven insights to forecast market trends, develop robust brand strategies, and manage comprehensive sales campaigns that align with our company's goals and our clients' needs.
I am passionate about finding innovative and effective solutions tailored to the unique challenges of the foodservice industry. My strategic approach and commitment to excellence ensure that our sales initiatives not only meet but exceed expectations, fostering long-term relationships and driving sustained business growth. At Restaurants Pros, I am dedicated to advancing our market leadership and helping our clients achieve their business objectives through innovative sales strategies and exceptional service.