8-11 Sep 2025
ICC Sydney

Foodie Coaches Profit Workshops

Practical training for restaurant,cafe and foodservice operators

Wednesday 4 September
Melbourne Convention Exhibition Centre
9.00am - 4.00pm
$185

Practical training for restaurant,cafe and foodservice operators

 

This workshop series was tailored for hospitality business owners and professionals seeking to elevate their business profitability through strategic kitchen management and menu optimization. Whether they were seasoned industry veterans or newcomers looking to refine their culinary enterprise, the workshop provided invaluable insights and practical strategies to drive financial success and operational excellence.

Participants joined Foodie Coaches’ team of experts for a full-day workshop that focused on enhancing business performance and profitability through the strategic use of technology. They explored actionable tactics for boosting sales, reducing expenses, and ultimately increasing profits.

Time & Date
Wednesday 4 September 9:00am – 4:00pm
4 x 90 Minute Workshops

Location
Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Fine Food Australia
Centre Suite

Ticket Price
$185 Per Person
Purchase ticket via Fine Food Australia Registration Form

Profit Workshop Agenda September 4

 

Morning: Unlocking Success: Revolutionising Recruitment, Rostering, and Productivity in Hospitality

In these two 90-minute sessions, restaurant and cafe owners are equipped with the essential tools and strategies to overhaul their staff recruitment, rostering, and productivity practices, resulting in substantial profit enhancement.

 

 

Session 1: Recruitment Breakthrough 9:00 am – 10:30 am

 

● Discover the keys to becoming the employer of choice within your locality, transcending mere hospitality with strategies that go beyond just smiles.
● Craft compelling job advertisements engineered to elicit an overwhelming response, ensuring your phone is constantly ringing with prospective candidates.
● Navigate the complexities of the 2024 job market, including effectively engaging with Gen Z, Y, and X demographics, as well as harnessing the potential of overseas workers.
● Master the art of swift and seamless onboarding, implementing efficient systems that accelerate the integration of new hires into your team.

Morning Tea 10:30 am – 10:45 am 

 

Session 2: Rostering and Productivity Breakthrough 10:45 am – 12:15 am

● Harness the power of position-based rostering to take command of staff costs, optimizing scheduling practices for maximum efficiency.
● Establish robust work systems and performance standards that form the backbone of operational excellence.
● Cultivate a culture of positivity and collaboration within your establishment, fostering stronger teamwork and heightened productivity.
● Benefit from the insights of successful business owners who share their time-tested methods for achieving unparalleled success.
● Through this transformative workshop series, participants will gain the knowledge and strategies necessary to propel their hospitality businesses to new heights, achieving unparalleled levels of recruitment efficacy, rostering efficiency, and overall productivity.

 

Afternoon: Optimising Kitchen Cost Control and Menu Profits

In this afternoon workshop series, restaurant and cafe proprietors are presented with proven methodologies to revolutionise their menus, kitchen operations, supplier relations, and overall productivity, culminating in amplified profitability.

 

Session 3: Create Better Kitchen Systems and Productivity 1:15 pm – 2:45 pm

● Gain comprehensive insights into food cost percentages and profit margins, empowering you to make informed decisions that drive financial success.
● Implement recipe and cost control systems, leveraging automation to streamline kitchen management processes and enhance efficiency.
● Reinvigorate kitchen skills and productivity by maximizing the potential of your existing workforce, fostering a collaborative environment for sustainable growth.
● Uncover elusive 1% cost efficiencies that yield significant reductions in food costs, bolstering your bottom line through strategic optimisation.

 

Afternoon Tea 2:45 pm – 3:00 pm

 

Session 4:  Menu Engineering and Profit Improvement 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

● Unlock the potential of menu engineering and intelligent pricing strategies to elevate Average Customer Spend, enhancing revenue streams with precision and foresight.
● Craft compelling menu descriptions designed to augment sales without encountering customer resistance, maximizing profitability with each transaction.
● Reclaim control over your Cost of Goods and supplier negotiations, fortifying your position in the market and securing favorable terms that bolster profitability.
● Tap into the wealth of wisdom shared by accomplished business owners, who divulge their time-honored techniques for achieving sustained success in the culinary realm.
● By immersing themselves in this transformative workshop experience, participants will emerge equipped with the tools and strategies needed to transcend conventional culinary practices, paving the way for unprecedented levels of menu profitability, kitchen efficiency, and overall operational excellence.

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