Our services

Our expertise covers everything from operational efficiency to regulatory compliance and financial strategy.

real experience. real advice. real results.

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We are problem solvers, drawing from over 40 years of experience in the food manufacturing and culinary entrepreneurship space. We’re passionate about helping organizations of all sizes thrive by applying proven business practices and delivering real value to you and your stakeholders.

Our expertise

  • Optimizing, and managing kitchen spaces for functionality, efficiency and profitability. We help food businesses and shared kitchen operators with strategic layouts, workflow optimization, and equipment selection to create well-run, compliant, and scalable kitchen environments.

    • Functional kitchen design layout (shared kitchens, restaurants, bakeries and caterers)

    • Equipment research

  • Creating structured processes to enhance efficiency and consistency. A business runs best when operations are clear and standardized. We develop custom operations manuals, staff training guides, and streamlined workflows to ensure smooth daily operations.

  • Navigating the wholesale landscape is complex, frustrating, and costly. Our first-hand knowledge of starting and scaling wholesale companies will allow you to avoid common pitfalls and position your brand for long term success. From licensing and food safety compliance to vetting a co-manufacturer and understanding distribution, we help food businesses bring their products to market. 

  • Helping businesses to understand their cost and pricing structures to optimize profitability. We guide businesses in understanding costs of goods, improving margins, and making smarter financial decisions to increase sustainability and long-term growth.

    • Cost of Goods worksheets

    • Recipe Scalability

    • Process Efficiencies

    • Sales Channel Funnels

    • Sales and Marketing Strategies

  • Navigating the complex world of food regulations We simplify licensing, permitting, and food safety compliance so your business can stay legally protected and fully operational without the stress.

    • Food safety plan 

    • Recall plan

  • Strengthening shared kitchen programs and fostering engaged communities. We support kitchen operators in member recruitment, pricing strategies, and educational programming to create thriving, well-managed shared kitchen spaces.

    • Educational Programming

    • Organizational charts + personnel planning + Job descriptions 

    • Proposal to outline cost of personnel, day-to-day outline

OUR GUARANTEE

Your trusted partner with a deep commitment to addressing real business needs with actionable solutions.

Whether you are a solo entrepreneur, a shared kitchen incubator, or a non-profit looking for trusted TA providers, New England Food Business Advisors will deliver tailor-made solutions and guidance for your business needs.

Let’s bring your goals into focus.

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Let’s connect and discuss how we can help you streamline operations, strengthen your brand, and/or drive growth.

Ready to take your business to the next level?