Food & Forks Hospitality

"make hospitality thrive"

    About Us

    Founded by industry veterans Philip Small and Dante Edwards, our company is a dynamic force in the world of food service management, hospitality training, and full-scale catering. With over 40 years of combined experience across every corner of the restaurant and hospitality industry, we bring a hands-on, deeply knowledgeable approach to every project we take on—from kitchen prep to full-service event execution.

    Our background spans the full spectrum of the food and beverage world: cooking, prep, general management, bar operations, executive chef roles, and comprehensive bar management. That means we understand what it takes to run efficient, profitable, and customer-focused operations—because we’ve done it ourselves.

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    Our Mission

    To elevate every aspect of food service through hands-on expertise, operational excellence, and a commitment to training the next generation of hospitality professionals.

    • We provide end-to-end operational oversight for food service venues, helping organizations improve quality, streamline costs, train staff, and optimize workflows. Whether it’s a corporate dining facility, restaurant, or institutional kitchen, we bring structure and excellence to your operations.

    • We offer customized training programs for front- and back-of-house teams, focusing on service standards, kitchen efficiency, bar excellence, leadership development, and guest experience. We don’t just teach hospitality—we’ve lived it.

    • From intimate private dinners to large-scale corporate functions, we deliver unforgettable catering experiences tailored to your vision. Our menus are crafted with culinary precision and executed with flawless service.

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