Foodservice Consultant for independent restaurants and multi-unit F&B operations.
Foodservice consultant specialized in driving financial and operational performance across restaurants and hospitality businesses, optimizing cost structures, processes, and productivity to unlock sustainable profitability and revenue growth.
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I am the founder of FDV Consulting, a consultancy specialized in the development of hospitality projects and the management of foodservice operations. As an external consultant, I have worked with leading organizations such as FC Barcelona, Meliá Hotels International, StiR Creative (by Hilton Hotels), CBRE, Lagardère Travel Retail, The Social Hub, Wallbox, and Grupo Pacha, delivering solutions focused on improving profitability and operational efficiency across foodservice environments. I also serve as a lecturer in the Master’s program at the Hofmann Hospitality School in Barcelona and as a Board Advisor at Noumena Data, a company specialized in predictive analytics and AI solutions for retail.
Consulting Approach.
Leadership teams in the foodservice sector often navigate phases of growth and transformation that require strategic clarity, financial discipline, and strong execution. We support these processes by strengthening the business model and enhancing profitability and operational efficiency, with a direct impact on the bottom line.
We conduct a comprehensive operational and financial assessment of the business while strengthening leadership capabilities to improve decision-making across the organization.
Methodology.
Organizational Model
Optimize the organizational structure to enable sustainable, scalable growth.
Team & Leadership
Strengthen teams by enhancing leadership and professionalization to drive higher performance.
Data Analysis
Assess key KPIs to support decision-making and improve financial outcomes.
Internal Communication
Align leadership teams around clear priorities and consistent decision-making.
Operational Productivity
Design efficient processes through standardized frameworks that increase productivity and profitability.
Negotiation & Agreements
Lead complex negotiation processes, aligning divergent interests to achieve optimal outcomes.
Client Reviews.
Seriousness, professionalism, and delivery fully aligned with expectations, offering excellent value for money. I strongly recommend Fabio De Vero following the outstanding work delivered for FC Barcelona.Sergi Juanós Sales Director Hospitality
FC Barcelona
Having known Fabio for years and always admiring his work, I finally had the opportunity to engage him for a project. The excellent references I had from other companies were fully confirmed—this will certainly not be the last time we work together.Laura de Vega González VP of F&B
Meliá Hotels International
It has been a pleasure working with Fabio across several hospitality projects. He supported us from market positioning and concept development through to execution design, providing detailed guidance during the tender process. I strongly recommend engaging Fabio to elevate any project or company.Saimon Gomez Idiakez Real Estate Development Manager
The Social Hub
Fabio is a high-impact professional who consistently delivers results. He stands out for his honesty, transparency, and direct approach—qualities that make him a trusted partner.Javier Cagigal Managing Director
Lagardère Group Spain & Portugal
Fabio delivered outstanding work on a new opportunity in Spain. The report was highly valuable, and I would strongly recommend him for any consultancy engagement.Danny Luke General Manager International
Skyline Enterprises
Fabio delivered a comprehensive audit of the hospitality operations at the Estadio Abanca-Riazor. Throughout the engagement, he worked closely with the entire team, ensuring a rigorous, well-structured audit and a seamless execution from start to finish.Massimo Benassi Managing Director
Real Club Deportivo de La Coruña
Wallbox scaled rapidly to over 1,200 employees and needed to redesign its staff canteen from the ground up. Fabio supported us throughout the entire development phase of the project, helping identify the right partner from a strategic, operational, and financial standpoint.Naara Comabella Global Workplace Experience
Wallbox
We are highly satisfied with the quality of the services delivered by Fabio De Vero. He is a proactive, results-driven, and highly responsible consultant, consistently demonstrating full commitment in both time and execution. He combines strong analytical capabilities with leadership presence.Stefano Maccarone Founder & CEO
Share Festival
Fabio is a strong senior leader, recognized for his honesty, transparency, and commitment to delivering the best outcomes for his team and clients. He combines sharp analytical thinking with a solid financial and strategic perspective, consistently sharing valuable insights.Joep Sondeijker Senior Brand F&B Development Manager Hilton Hotels EMEA
Fabio De Vero is a highly accomplished professional in the industry. He brings strong communication skills and effective team leadership. On a personal level, he stands out for his consistency and integrity, along with a clear determination and a results-driven mindset.Marco Nuccio Director of Operations Spain
Sunset Hospitality
Do you want to improve the efficiency of your foodservice business?
Schedule an initial video call to identify high-impact opportunities in your business.
The foodservice consulting service focuses on the strategic and operational analysis of the business, the identification of improvement opportunities, and the definition of an action plan aimed at profitability, efficiency, and growth.
The process begins with an initial diagnostic, followed by the definition of strategic and operational priorities, and hands-on support during implementation to ensure measurable results.