Transparent rates. No hidden extras.
Affordable rates designed for owners, startups and boutique brands — premium consultancy calibre at accessible pricing. Final pricing is always confirmed in writing before any engagement begins.
Half the rate,
none of the compromise.
See exactly how Alper Zan Consultancy compares to traditional consultants — on price and on what you actually get.
Indicative comparison based on UK consultancy market averages. Final pricing always confirmed in writing before any engagement begins.
Hospitality & Retail
Consulting (UK).
Hospitality & Retail Consulting (UK)
Flagship service · ongoing and project-based engagements
All prices are exclusive of VAT and may be subject to VAT at the applicable rate. Prices are provided as a guide and may vary depending on project scope, location, venue size, complexity, and delivery requirements. Any pricing confirmed in a written proposal will be honoured for the agreed scope of work. Unless otherwise stated, travel, accommodation, and related expenses are additional. Full pricing terms
Specialist Services
All prices are exclusive of VAT and may be subject to VAT at the applicable rate. Prices are provided as a guide and may vary depending on project scope, location, venue size, complexity, and delivery requirements. Any pricing confirmed in a written proposal will be honoured for the agreed scope of work. Unless otherwise stated, travel, accommodation, and related expenses are additional. Full pricing terms
UK Travel Costs
All prices are exclusive of VAT and may be subject to VAT at the applicable rate. Prices are provided as a guide and may vary depending on project scope, location, venue size, complexity, and delivery requirements. Any pricing confirmed in a written proposal will be honoured for the agreed scope of work. Unless otherwise stated, travel, accommodation, and related expenses are additional. Full pricing terms
From first concept
to opening night.
Three structured packages — sized to the format you're launching. Each is a complete end-to-end programme: concept, menu, training, dry-runs, and launch support.
£900 – £1,200
20–40 seat cafés, small bakeries, coffee shops, grab-and-go concepts.
- Initial consultation + concept review 1.5 hrs
- Menu & pricing guidance 2 hrs
- Basic service flow setup 2 hrs
- Supplier setup guidance 1 hr
- Pre-opening checklist creation 2 hrs
- 1–2 on-site visits 4 – 8 hrs
- Follow-up call & adjustments 1 hr
£1,500 – £3,000
40–80 seat restaurants, gastropubs, mid-size bakeries, premium cafés.
- Concept development + operational structure 3 hrs
- Menu engineering + margin planning 3 – 5 hrs
- Recruitment structure + role profiles 2 – 3 hrs
- Supplier selection + operational setup 3 – 4 hrs
- FOH training plan + service standards 6 – 10 hrs
- On-site training sessions (1–2 days) 8 – 16 hrs
- Pre-opening dry run & service testing 3 – 5 hrs
- Launch support (optional) 2 – 4 hrs
- 30-day follow-up 2 hrs
£4,000 – £8,000
100+ seat restaurants, hotel restaurants, high-volume bakeries, multi-site rollouts, upscale dining.
- Concept creation & operational flow 8 – 10 hrs
- Menu engineering, costing, supplier & product setup 8 – 12 hrs
- FOH & BOH standards system creation 10 – 14 hrs
- Staff recruitment support + interviewing 6 – 10 hrs
- On-site FOH & BOH training (2–4 days) 16 – 32 hrs
- Dry runs, soft launch planning, and simulation days 8 – 14 hrs
- Leadership coaching (manager / supervisor) 4 – 6 hrs
- 1–2 weeks of launch support 12 – 20 hrs
- Post-opening review & adjustment 4 – 6 hrs
All prices are exclusive of VAT and may be subject to VAT at the applicable rate. Prices are provided as a guide and may vary depending on project scope, location, venue size, complexity, and delivery requirements. Any pricing confirmed in a written proposal will be honoured for the agreed scope of work. Unless otherwise stated, travel, accommodation, and related expenses are additional. Full pricing terms
For teams improving
service, leadership and culture.
Team Coaching & Workshops
For teams improving service, leadership and culture
All prices are exclusive of VAT and may be subject to VAT at the applicable rate. Prices are provided as a guide and may vary depending on project scope, location, venue size, complexity, and delivery requirements. Any pricing confirmed in a written proposal will be honoured for the agreed scope of work. Unless otherwise stated, travel, accommodation, and related expenses are additional. Full pricing terms
Front of House F&B Academy.
The global home for F&B front-of-house professionals — to belong, grow and lead.
Front of House F&B Academy
The global home for F&B front-of-house professionals — to belong, grow and lead
Any country.
Flat fees.
Global Consulting
Daily rates & travel — any country, any project
All prices are exclusive of VAT and may be subject to VAT at the applicable rate. Prices are provided as a guide and may vary depending on project scope, location, venue size, complexity, and delivery requirements. Any pricing confirmed in a written proposal will be honoured for the agreed scope of work. Unless otherwise stated, travel, accommodation, and related expenses are additional. Full pricing terms
Podcasts and online keynotes are
always free.
Keynote Speaking & Podcasts
All prices are exclusive of VAT and may be subject to VAT at the applicable rate. Prices are provided as a guide and may vary depending on project scope, location, venue size, complexity, and delivery requirements. Any pricing confirmed in a written proposal will be honoured for the agreed scope of work. Unless otherwise stated, travel, accommodation, and related expenses are additional. Full pricing terms