CSSI was founded to address the industry’s need for a fully integrated foodservice agency. Powered by unparalleled insights and connectivity, we provide a winning combination of strategic, marketing communications and culinary expertise to fuel our foodservice partners’ innovation and growth.

We want to be your partner; we’re in this for the long haul. So we pride ourselves on building solid relationships, reaching the best and brightest in the foodservice industry. We serve top restaurant chains, onsite operators, distributors, commodity associations and manufacturers on a daily basis.

We view and value our client relationships as true collaborations. Not only do we welcome feedback, we’ve come to expect it. We take the time to understand all of your challenges and can offer a comprehensive package of solutions. While our chefs keep us fed, our entrepreneurial spirit keeps us hungry.

CSSI Culinary combines the expertise of seasoned chefs and registered dietitians who are firmly connected to the menu makers at the Top 200 restaurant chains. We understand each operator’s unique perspective, so we can support our manufacturer clients across every facet of the sales process. We also work and innovate directly with operators to help expedite their menu development process and fill their LTO pipeline.

Savvy and creative, the CSSI Marketing team works hand-in-hand with our culinary and strategic departments to identify market insights and help our clients grow their brands. We’ll hone in on the optimal messaging, choose the right media and create the tools that drive demand and make the biggest impact in the foodservice world.

Before you can make the best business decisions, you need solid strategy. Built on a foundation of 20+ years of consulting experience and a profound understanding of the foodservice supply chain, the CSSI Strategy and Insights group gathers and analyzes all available market intelligence and provides insights to help our partners uncover the brightest pathways to success.