Services Provided by Big Idea Group.

Site Location

• research and preview potential sites

Business Purchase and Lease Negotiations

• assistance and guidance in the process

Concept Development

• work with principals to refine direction of atmosphere, menu, beverage program etc.
• identify target audience and pinpoint demographic audience

Writing Business Plan, Performa and Budgets

• provide templates and layouts as well as participate in writing and editing pursuant to industry standards and extensive experience

Facility Layout & Design

• work with architect to optimize functionality and ambiance

Licensing and Filing

• assist and facilitate paperwork & submittals for LLC operating agreement
• OLCC, health plan review, business license, federal EIN and DBA registration

Financing and Equipment Leasing

• provide contacts for funding sources assist in documentation and negotiate contracts
• participate as lead in presentations for outside investors, commercial or private

Project Management

• act as liaison between principals, architect, general and sub contractors through build out.
• collect bids, award contracts and oversee work not in general contractors scope.
• provide contractors with all necessary equipment cut sheets and specs.
• coordinate delivery of all necessary materials and equipment to accommodate construction schedule.
• work to keep project on timeline and in budget
• take lead in conducting weekly construction meetings

Equipment Purchasing

• source deals collect bids, attend auctions and negotiate contracts SAVE MONEY!

Identity development

• assist in selection of graphic artist and web designer
• oversee layouts of all printed materials such as: menus, business cards letterhead, promotional materials etc.

Human Resources

• place ads, interview, hire and train all staff
• develop and implement all HR documents such as applications, screening forms, employee handbook, training materials, corrective notices etc.

Vendor Selection

• access developed partnerships with purveyors and profit from discounts offered to Big Idea Group on items such as: coffee, institutional groceries, china, glass, silver, linen, credit card processing, insurance, payroll services, soda, bulk co2, janitorial services, printing and more.

Food & Beverage Development

• cultivate menu and beverage program
• work with chef and principals to standardize recipes and creat production & costing book, ordering guides, inventory sheets etc.
• work with manager and principals to create wine lists, drink menus, coffee & tea program, descriptions, follow-up training materials etc.

Operations

• provide training and guidance to principals and management through initial start up phase
• work with consulting or in house book keeper to set up and implement systems as well as oversee training of principals to assume duties
• on site leadership and support

Create Marketing Plan

• advise and work with principals on captivating target market
• delegate and oversee implementation of print ads, flyers, mass mailings, e-mail blasts etc.
• set up in house promotions calendar

Analyze Financials and Profit and Loss Statements

• conduct weekly P&L meetings with principals and management to optimize profitability

Initiate Secret Shopper Program

• examine reports with principals and management

Conduct Onsite Evaluations

Troubleshoot Potential Issues

Provide Additional Resources as Needed