Services & investment

Defined scope. Transparent pricing.

Each package lists what's included, who it's for, and what you leave with. Not sure where to start? The Strategy Consultation is the usual first step.

No. 02

Business Feasibility Assessment

For a prospective owner testing whether a concept is financially practical.

Investment
$1,500
Scope
3 consulting hours

Includes

  • Concept and audience review
  • Preliminary startup budget
  • Equipment requirements
  • Simple break-even scenario
  • Written risks and recommendations
Client outcomeSpot weaknesses before making major commitments.
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No. 03

Executive Profit & Operations Audit

For established operators with sales but uncertain profitability.

Investment
$2,500
Scope
5 consulting hours

Includes

  • On-site operational review
  • Up to five representative menu items costed
  • Labor and inventory observations
  • Waste and workflow assessment
  • Written 30-day action plan
Client outcomeFind and prioritize potential profit improvements.
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No. 04

Food Truck Startup Blueprint

For entrepreneurs preparing to launch with fewer avoidable mistakes.

Investment
$5,000
Scope
10 consulting hours

Includes

  • Concept and budget
  • Equipment and layout guidance
  • Up to ten menu items costed
  • Supplier and POS recommendations
  • Staffing plan
  • Permit checklist
  • Launch schedule
Client outcomeBuild a cost-conscious plan before investing heavily.
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No. 05

Complete Business Launch Advisory

For owners wanting guidance from concept through initial operations.

Investment
$12,500+
Scope
Starting at 25 consulting hours

Includes

  • Everything in the Startup Blueprint
  • Up to twenty menu items costed
  • Vendor comparisons
  • Inventory systems and SOPs
  • POS configuration planning
  • Staff training plans
  • Readiness review
  • Launch support plan
  • Post-opening review
Client outcomeLaunch with more organized systems and experienced support.
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No. 06

Executive Performance Partner

For owners who want ongoing accountability and improvement.

Investment
$2,000/mo
Scope
4 hours monthly · 3-month initial term

Includes

  • Monthly KPI and margin review
  • Inventory and labor discussions
  • Operational troubleshooting
  • Management action summary
Client outcomeMake continuous improvements and monitor key indicators.
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No. 07

Food Truck Buying Advisory

For buyers ready to purchase who want the right truck from the start.

Investment
Quote
Scope
Based on the unit and concept

Hermes is not a seller or dealer; mechanical inspection should be done by a qualified mechanic.

Includes

  • Size, layout, and equipment needs matched to your menu
  • Realistic budget for purchase and build-out
  • Review of listings, sellers, and builders
  • Pre-purchase walkthrough checklist
  • Key questions on permits, commissary, and health standards
  • Written recommendation: buy, negotiate, or keep looking
Client outcomeAvoid overpaying for a truck that doesn’t fit your concept or your permits.
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No. 08

Food Truck Rentals to Test Your Concept

For entrepreneurs who want to prove the business is viable before buying a truck.

Investment
Quote
Scope
Flexible terms, subject to availability

Rental terms, deposit, insurance, and use are set out in a separate rental agreement.

Includes

  • Equipped food trucks available to rent
  • Test your menu, pricing, and locations with real customers
  • Tracking of sales, costs, and service times
  • Results review at the end of the trial period
  • Guidance on whether to buy, adjust, or stop
Client outcomeValidate demand with real sales before making the biggest investment.
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Exclusions

What Hermes doesn't do

We give you experience, analysis, and clear recommendations. For the following, please work with a licensed professional or the relevant authority.

X.01Legal advice
X.02Tax advice
X.03Engineering services
X.04Health inspection certification
X.05Permit approval
X.06Guaranteed revenue, savings, or profit
Consulting terms

How engagements work

Deliverables, revisions, travel radius, data access, cancellation, confidentiality, intellectual property, and liability limits are set out in a signed agreement before work begins.

15-minute qualification call
Complimentary, and used only to decide whether we're a good fit.
Standard advisory rate
$500 per hour. Work outside the signed scope requires written authorization.
Consultation credit
The $500 Strategy Consultation can be credited toward a package of $2,500 or more purchased within 30 days, once per client.
Payment
Consultations and packages up to $2,500 are paid in advance. Larger packages require a 50% deposit, with the remaining payments tied to agreed milestones.
Your records
You provide accurate records. Client-provided data is not independently audited.
No guaranteed outcomes
Hermes does not promise specific revenue, savings, or profitability.
Next step

Your investment deserves experience.

Schedule a private consultation. Start with a complimentary 15-minute call to see whether we're the right fit for your operation.