Monocle is an independent media brand that has built a global reputation for its coverage of international affairs, design, travel, fashion and much more. Launched in London in 2007, the business has grown to include our famed magazine, daily newsletters, a round-the-clock radio station, international events, thriving retail shops, e-commerce and cafés. With HQs, bureaux, shops and cafés in London, Paris, Zürich, Merano, Frankfurt, Toronto, Tokyo and Hong Kong, we are a truly global team and proud of the fact that today, Monocle is a vital source of inspiration, analysis and ideas for our discerning global audience.
We are seeking an experienced hospitality expert to conduct a feasibility study for adding a fast-paced, but high-quality takeaway coffee shop to our existing retail store in Toronto. The proposed café will offer a simple takeaway menu focused on hot and cold coffee beverages and soft drinks, with minimal indoor and outdoor street-side seating. The goal is to utilise our existing space and owned fixtures and fittings with minimal Capex investment.
We anticipate this project to involve 30–40 hours of work and include the following deliverables:
- Regulatory and compliance assessment, including costs and timeframes to secure relevant permits for seating, change of premises use and food-and-beverage service
- Facility assessment, including details of plumbing, ventilation, washroom and accessibility requirements
- A network of recommended and experienced tradespeople, suppliers of café equipment and products
- Guidance on local staffing that might be specific to food-and-beverage service workers
You’ll have a wealth of experience in hospitality consulting in Toronto, with a comprehensive understanding of the local requirements and, ideally, have relevant certifications (e.g., food safety, building inspection or hospitality management credentials). Experience working with independent coffee shops and opening new locations is beneficial.
You’re well-networked and available to take on this project immediately. Within your application, please outline your fee proposal, including any anticipated expenses.