Built in Southern California and shaped by over 30 years in the restaurant industry, we bring a rare combination of real-world operational experience and modern growth strategy to every client we work with.
We’ve spent decades inside restaurants—navigating everything from high-pressure service floors and staffing challenges to menu development, cost control, and scaling profitable operations. We understand what actually drives success because we’ve lived it. Not theory. Not guesswork. Proven, hands-on experience.
Today, we help restaurants bridge the gap between strong operations and consistent customer flow. By combining deep consulting expertise with strategic social media execution, we focus on what matters most: increasing revenue, improving efficiency, and building a brand that keeps guests coming back.
Being based in Southern California—one of the most competitive restaurant markets in the country—has sharpened our approach. It’s not enough to be good. You have to stand out, operate smart, and adapt fast. That’s exactly what we help our clients do.
Whether it’s refining your concept, optimizing your menu, or turning your online presence into a customer-generating machine, our goal is simple: to help you run a better, more profitable restaurant.
About Us
Built in Southern California and shaped by over 30 years in the restaurant industry, we bring a rare combination of real-world operational experience and modern growth strategy to every client we work with.
We’ve spent decades inside restaurants—navigating everything from high-pressure service floors and staffing challenges to menu development, cost control, and scaling profitable operations. We understand what actually drives success because we’ve lived it. Not theory. Not guesswork. Proven, hands-on experience.
Today, we help restaurants bridge the gap between strong operations and consistent customer flow. By combining deep consulting expertise with strategic social media execution, we focus on what matters most: increasing revenue, improving efficiency, and building a brand that keeps guests coming back.
Being based in Southern California—one of the most competitive restaurant markets in the country—has sharpened our approach. It’s not enough to be good. You have to stand out, operate smart, and adapt fast. That’s exactly what we help our clients do.
Whether it’s refining your concept, optimizing your menu, or turning your online presence into a customer-generating machine, our goal is simple: to help you run a better, more profitable restaurant.
Our Services
Explore our range of restaurant-focused consulting and marketing services designed to improve operations, increase profitability, and drive consistent customer growth.
Restaurant Strategy Consulting
We develop clear, actionable strategies tailored to your concept—covering positioning, pricing, menu engineering, and long-term growth planning to give your restaurant a competitive edge.
Financial & Profit Optimization
We analyze your costs, pricing, and performance to uncover opportunities for higher margins and better financial control—helping you make smarter, more profitable decisions.
Operational Excellence
We streamline your day-to-day operations—from kitchen workflows to staffing systems—so your restaurant runs efficiently, reduces waste, and delivers a better guest experience.
Why Choose Us
With over 30 years of hands-on restaurant consulting experience, we understand that real growth starts from within. We don’t just market your restaurant—we analyze, refine, and strengthen your operations to ensure your business runs efficiently and profitably. From menu engineering and cost control to staff workflow and guest experience, our consulting-first approach creates a solid foundation for success.
Strategy
Tailored Business Strategies
Analysis
Data-Driven Insights
Development
Business Growth Plans
Implementation
Execution Excellence
Our Numbers
At Social Kitchen Group, our numbers tell the story—500+ clients served, 80+ projects completed, and 30 years of restaurant consulting experience. Each number reflects our hands-on, consulting-first approach to improving operations, increasing profitability, and delivering real results that restaurant owners can count on.
500
Clients Served
80+
Projects Completed
30
Years of Experience
100%
Satisfaction Rate
Industries
At Social Kitchen Group, we specialize exclusively in the restaurant and hospitality space—delivering consulting and marketing solutions tailored to the unique challenges of food service businesses.
Restaurants
We work with full-service, fast-casual, and quick-service restaurants to improve operations, streamline workflows, optimize menus, and increase overall profitability.
Hospitality & Food Concepts
From cafes and coffee shops to ghost kitchens and new concepts, we help build strong foundations, refine branding, and create systems designed for long-term growth.
Multi-Location & Expanding Brands
We partner with growing restaurant groups to standardize operations, improve consistency across locations, and implement scalable strategies that support expansion.
Meet Our Team
Paul Koren, Lead Consultant/Founder
With over 30 years of hands-on experience in the restaurant industry, Paul has done it all—from front-of-house operations to ownership, concept development, and scaling multi-unit businesses. His deep understanding of restaurant operations, cost control, menu engineering, and team management allows him to quickly identify inefficiencies and unlock profitability. Paul leads every project with a consulting-first approach, helping clients build stronger systems, increase margins, and create sustainable, long-term success.
Sage Killpack, Lead Social Media
Sage leads the social media strategy with a strong focus on turning content into real customer growth. With experience in brand development, content creation, and platform strategy, she helps restaurants stand out in a crowded market. From creating high-performing visuals to building consistent brand messaging, Sage ensures each client’s online presence not only looks great—but drives traffic, engagement, and repeat business.
Emerson Koren, Marketing Specialist
Emerson brings a strategic and data-driven approach to restaurant marketing. Specializing in digital campaigns, audience targeting, and brand positioning, she helps restaurants reach the right customers at the right time. Her ability to combine creative execution with performance tracking ensures that every marketing effort is optimized for growth, visibility, and measurable results.
Our Clients
We partner with restaurant owners, operators, and growing hospitality brands who are serious about improving performance and increasing profitability. From independent restaurants to multi-location concepts, our clients trust us to deliver real, measurable results through hands-on consulting and strategic growth solutions.
Testimonials
“Social Kitchen Group completely transformed our restaurant. They didn’t just improve our social media—they reworked our menu, tightened our operations, and helped us increase our margins. We saw a noticeable jump in both efficiency and revenue within months.”
David Lee
“After 20+ years in the business, I’ve worked with consultants before—but none like this. Social Kitchen Group understands restaurants inside and out. They helped us streamline operations and turn our online presence into a real driver of traffic.”
Jane Smith
“From day one, they focused on what actually matters—profitability and consistency. Their team helped us clean up our systems, improve staff performance, and build a brand that stands out online. It’s been a game changer for our business.”
Maria Garcia
“Their consulting-first approach is what sets them apart. They came in, identified issues we didn’t even realize were costing us money, and built a clear plan to fix them. The added social media strategy brought in more customers almost immediately.”
Sophia Patel