ESF Consulting is a multi-disciplinary firm that specializes in providing comprehensive food service management services for colleges and universities. Examples of services offered by ESF Consulting include: RFP preparation: As colleges and universities contemplate the outsourcing of various aspects of their food service operations, ESF Consulting works closely with the institution to guide developing the critical criteria for a Request for Proposal. Starting with a detailed needs assessment and an understanding of the current organizational resources, we help determine what criteria to include. In addition, we can manage the pre-bid meetings and campus tours as well as advise on determining food service; vending or convenience store companies should be invited to bid. Contract Negotiation: ESF Consulting has the expertise and experience to handle contract negotiations as the agent for the school or to serve on the negotiation committee designated by the college or University. Bid Analysis: After reviewing all the bids, we prepare written and quantitative analyses evaluating the different companies. This analysis includes our recommendations based upon our understanding of the school's particular needs and the capabilities of the responding vendors. Contract Management: Once the contract is in place ESF Consulting has efficient, cost effective audit procedures to assure the contractor is compliant with the contract. Operational Analysis: Part of the on-going support ESF Consulting can provide its clients is an operational analysis including such diverse activities as doing mystery shopper tests, assessing the strengths and abilities of the management and staff, and reviewing production and ordering procedures and record keeping. Identified recommendations for improvements are immediately reported to the institution. Our Team of Professional Support: Elizabeth Sallade-Farina - President of Tabletop Solutions, Inc. and ESF Consulting, "Betsy" has extensive background in University food service operations, contract negotiation and thirty years of food service management and consulting experience. Pauline Hruska - experienced marketing consultant with international and domestic fortune 1000 companies. Pauline is an account manager and marketing and PR strategist working with clients to develop and execute sales, branding, marketing and communication strategies. Chef Matt Mantini - prior to pursuing his own venture and joining the ESF consulting team, Matt was a national chef consultant for one of the world's largest contract feeders. Joseph Farina - practicing attorney in Pennsylvania, Joe will review all proposed contracts before they are submitted to the college's office of general counsel. ESF consulting is owned and operated by Tabletop Solutions, Inc., a certified WBE company and WBENC member. For futher information contact: Phone: 1.877.494.3998 |