Are you doing all you should to have a recipe for growth and success?
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We cut through the complexity. Our One-Day Audit gives you a clear, actionable route to achieving the highest standards, without the hassle of retainers or red tape. Just a one-off visit. One clear report. Real results.
From compliance to competitive edge: The five-star rating advantage
Are you doing all you should to have a recipe for growth?
Great food and flawless service are the price of entry. So, what truly separates the booming restaurant from the one that struggles? Guest Confidence.
In today’s market, success isn’t just about avoiding a fine, it’s about ensuring all element of your business is set up correctly.
The Compliance Gap: Did you know approximately 30% of food businesses in England are not yet achieving the top 5-Star hygiene rating?.
This gap represents a massive opportunity for your business to stand out.
The facts are clear: over 78% of consumers check food hygiene ratings before deciding where to eat or order from.
The Commercial Risk: Compliance is not only required in food safety but in may other part of your business Any lapse in compliance or procedure can lead to crippling legal action, unlimited fines, and irreversible reputational damage.
Trust Is the New Currency (And It Drives Bookings)
Your customers are doing their homework. it’s a Trust Signal that directly impacts footfall, online orders, and loyalty. In an age of instant reviews and social media opinion, confidence is the strongest asset you can own.
The Cost of Ignoring Safety
❌ Financial ruin from unlimited compliance fines.
❌ Lost customers and zero-star social media reviews.
❌ Operational chaos and avoidable food wastage.
❌ High staff turnover
❌ Loss in revenue
❌ Slow reactivity
The Power of Proactive Safety
✅ Stronger Brand Reputation and superior market position.
✅ Increased Revenue driven by higher guest confidence and bookings.
✅ Smoother Operations and more engaged, confident kitchen teams.
✅ Permanent flow of data and information
✅ Maximise revenue
✅ Improve staff productivity
What You Get A Full 360° Health Check
Delivered by a seasoned industry expert, your on-site audit covers more than 100 critical control points, meticulously reviewing every aspect of your operation:
Food Safety Mastery – procedures, product flow, and team knowledge.
Legal & Structural Compliance – building, facilities, and documentation.
Operational Integrity – management tools, monitoring, and control systems.
The Guest View – a critical, customer-focused inspection of front and back of house.
Your Bespoke Roadmap
Within 24 hours, you’ll receive a concise, prioritised report detailing both Critical and Recommended actions. This isn’t just a compliance checklist it’s your step-by-step roadmap to achieving (and maintaining) five-star standards with confidence.
No confusion. Just clarity, insight, and results.
Investment in Excellence
For ambitious multi-site operators, please enquire today for a tailored quote and a portfolio-wide solution.
Meet Your Experts: Who We Are
We are Restaurant Audit, a subsidy of Insight Hospitality—a consultancy founded by experts who have successfully operated some of the UK’s most demanding and high-profile establishments. With over 30 years in the industry, we understand the legal pressures and the commercial realities you face.
Our mission is to equip entrepreneurs like you with the actionable tools needed to achieve consistent, profitable success.
- Steve Tonkin | Executive Chef & Operational Specialist | Former kitchen management at prestigious venues including Soho House, Caprice Holdings, Holborn Dining Room, and Wentworth Club.
- Olivier Lavigne | Experienced Operator & Commercial Director | Expert leadership from top-tier operations such as Bluebird, Brasserie Zédel, La Petite Maison, and Chucs.
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