If you’re planning a new hospitality venue, refitting a restaurant, or upgrading a commercial kitchen, the design has to do more than look good, it has to work. That’s where Richard Todd, founder of Elite Foodservice Design, comes in.
With over 30 years in foodservice and hospitality design, Richard has built a reputation for creating kitchens and service environments that support teams, improve workflow, and help operators run smoother, more profitable businesses.
30+ Years of Commercial Kitchen Design Experience
Richard’s career began on the drawing board as a draughtsman, where accuracy and detail became second nature. By the early 1990s, he moved into sales and consultancy, combining technical knowledge with a practical understanding of what hospitality operators actually need.
Over the next three decades, Richard worked at director level, supporting projects across the UK and internationally, always focused on one thing: designing spaces that help hospitality teams perform at their best.
More Than Equipment: Designing Hospitality Spaces That Work
Elite Foodservice Design isn’t about “supplying kit”. Richard is known for thinking through the full operational picture, including:
- Kitchen layout and workflow (so teams can move efficiently)
- Turnkey restaurant and hospitality fit-outs
- Project management and client liaison
- Specialist environments, including marine galleys operating 24/7
Because in hospitality, design decisions affect everything from speed of service, staff stress levels, safety, and consistency.
10 Years of Elite Foodservice Design
This year marks 10 years of Elite Foodservice Design and Richard is still doing what he loves: leading projects with precision, managing details others miss, and helping clients create spaces where hospitality can thrive.
If you’re looking for commercial kitchen design in Norfolk (or beyond), Richard brings the rare mix of hands-on technical expertise and real-world operational insight.
Work With Elite Foodservice Design
Whether you’re building from scratch or improving an existing setup, Elite Foodservice Design can help you create a hospitality space that looks great — and works brilliantly.
Want to discuss your project? Get in touch with Elite Foodservice Design – www.elitefoodservicedesign.co.uk