Make your culinary dreams a reality

your corporate executive chef.

EPC’s culinary consultation team takes on the role of Corporate Executive Chef to develop new product lines – or grow existing ones – for foodservice and consumer applications. We bring years of culinary experience, practical knowledge, and food science expertise to your brand while helping you develop strategies to drive optimal product performance.

From core concept creation and recipe development to logo design and launch event support, EPC is the perfect partner to help make your culinary dreams a reality.

and product development partner.

Our team will:

  • Develop full menus including all recipes, standard operating procedures and initial cost/profit analysis for the menu items

  • Research and develop new culinary and beverage product lines, tailoring production specifications to specific customers and end-users

  • Develop recipes using your products for marketing and consumer engagement

  • Aid in novel culinary concept naming, trademarking and domain registration through EPC’s professional partnerships and vendor relationships

  • Design novel concept logo, culinary perspective and brand identity

world class culinary team.

Led by Executive Chef Austin Yancey, Elite Personal Chefs (EPC) defines itself by the elegance, passion and precision forged through years of experience in Michelin-starred restaurants, international culinary competitions, and leading educational institutions. Our chefs are trained in the art of culinary perfection, having honed their skills in some of the world's finest kitchens.

Our chefs are not only masters of their craft, but also professional, business-minded, and attentive to your needs. Our team will work with you to develop original concepts to reflect your brand, and grow your business.

expert food & bev consulting. our process:

  • We begin by understanding your project vision, goals, and requirements. We listen to your needs and work collaboratively to create a comprehensive project plan tailored to your unique specifications.

  • Our team will craft a customized project proposal. We will work with you to fine-tune the details until it meets your exact vision.

  • Once the project plan is approved, our team will execute your product vision, including menu and recipe development, cost analysis and testing.

  • Upon completing our consultation project, we will present and deliver our innovative food or beverage product to your team. We'll provide comprehensive details, product demonstrations, and a tasting experience. Your team's questions and feedback will be addressed, ensuring a seamless and exciting delivery, leaving you inspired for a successful product launch.

  • After the project is completed, our team will conduct an evaluation to gather feedback and ensure that your expectations were met. We will use this feedback to continually improve our services and ensure your satisfaction.

consultation case studies.

  • A globally-distributed artisan tea manufacturer reached out to EPC to help develop innovative culinary uses for their product line as a new revenue stream. Our Product Development team researched, developed and tested a versatile spice rub line using the manufacturer’s high-profit margin Sri Lankan tea products. Ingredients for the custom recipes are now being sourced locally in Sri Lanka for mass production.

    GLOBAL TEA MANUFACTURER

  • Fitzgerald Pharmacy was a neighborhood staple that opened in 1954, serving sandwiches, soda and milkshakes at its lunch counter. In 2023, the company was looking to recapture the magic of their original operation, and reached out to EPC for help with menu development. Our team created an original concept and menu for Fitzie’s that honored the timeless vision of a neighborhood pharmacy, while updating classic offerings with a modern twist.

    FITZIE’S

  • A national fruit products company, whose effort to get products placed at a national coffee retailer stalled when the retailer asked to speak to their Corporate Chef, reached out to Elite Personal Chefs after having worked with us for multiple trade show events. We were quickly able to step in, developing drink recipes, a sell-in presentation, and program proposal for the fruit products company to use in their ongoing negotiations.

    NATIONAL FRUIT PRODUCTS COMPANY

  • Champignon USA was looking to develop marketing materials geared toward placing their German cheese products in foodservice businesses. EPC’s Product Marketing team developed recipes and shot photography that will be used in an ongoing series of materials for potential foodservice and hospitality customers.

    CHAMPIGNON USA

Let’s get started.

We look forward to partnering with you to grow your food & beverage business.