In hospitality, decision-making often feels messy. Managers juggle shifting rosters, last-minute bookings, COGS blowouts, staff issues, all while trying to hit profit targets. The result? Overwhelm, inconsistency, and reaction instead of strategy.
That’s why we built PERI.
At its core, the PERI framework (Plan, Execute, Results, Improve) brings clarity. And one of its most underrated strengths is how it turns vague decision-making into binary thinking, yes/no choices that eliminate confusion and force action.
Binary Thinking = Better Execution
When your chefs and managers operate in ambiguity, they stall. But when the week is structured through PERI, every part of the cycle asks a simple question:
- Plan – Is there a forecast in place for sales, wages, and COGS? Yes or no.
- Execute – Is the team following the plan daily? Yes or no.
- Results – Are we reviewing the three key numbers weekly? Yes or no.
- Improve – Are we making one change based on the data? Yes or no.
There’s no maybe. No hiding. No “we’re doing our best.” Just clear, measurable decisions.
Why Binary Works in Hospitality
Because hospitality is fast. It’s unpredictable. And people default to emotion when systems aren’t in place. Binary thinking isn’t robotic, it’s empowering. It provides a framework for:
- Holding staff accountable without arguments
- Spotting weak spots without over-explaining
- Making coaching decisions based on data, not drama
Real Example: The Kitchen Wages Problem
Imagine your kitchen wages are 4% over target.
- Was a wage forecast done? No.
- Was the chef involved in planning the roster? No.
- Did the manager raise the issue midweek? No.
PERI gives you the script. The system. The simplicity. It’s no longer about blame, it’s about execution.
Binary = Accountability
We’ve seen dozens of groups transform their weekly rhythm simply by turning each PERI checkpoint into a yes/no decision.
- Are we improving each week? Yes or no.
- Are we coaching or just complaining? Yes or no.
- Is this venue profitable based on the numbers? Yes or no.
When your team gets used to that rhythm, they stop justifying underperformance. They start fixing it.
PERI isn’t just a framework. It’s a filter. And binary thinking is what makes it powerful.
If you’re tired of meetings filled with noise, excuses, and spin. PERI makes it binary.
