"ABOUT US"
GaryVanGundy.com is owned and operated by Gary Van Gundy Jr.
About Gary Van Gundy
Practical Experience. Clear Thinking. Real Results.
Gary Van Gundy is a seasoned restaurant operator and executive with decades of hands-on leadership experience across multi-unit restaurant operations.
Throughout his career, Gary has worked directly inside restaurants — not just around them — leading teams, managing profit and loss statements, building leaders, and navigating the real pressures owners face every day.
He understands that most restaurant challenges don’t come from lack of effort.
They come from lack of clarity, inconsistent systems, and reactive decision-making.
That understanding is the foundation of everything at GaryVanGundy.com.
What GaryVanGundy.com Is About
GaryVanGundy.com exists to help restaurant owners see their business more clearly, make calmer, more disciplined decisions, and improve results without burning out their teams.
This is not about theory, trends, or generic advice.
It’s about:
Understanding where profit is actually earned or lost
Gaining control of labor without damaging morale
Planning financially instead of reacting emotionally
Building leadership habits that scale
The tools, workbooks, and advisory services offered here are designed to be used, not admired.
Built From Real Restaurant Leadership
Every product and service is built from real-world restaurant experience, including:
Multi-unit operational leadership
Profit and labor accountability
Scheduling discipline
Manager development
Financial planning and execution
The frameworks you’ll find here reflect what actually works inside restaurants — not what sounds good in presentations.
How We Help Restaurant Owners
GaryVanGundy.com offers a structured path for owners at different stages:
Self-Guided Tools
Practical worksheets, workbooks, and financial planning models that help owners:
Identify hidden profit leaks
Improve labor discipline
Plan month-by-month and quarter-by-quarter
Gain confidence in their numbers
Personalized Reviews & Advisory Support
For owners who want experienced eyes on their operation:
Checklist and financial model reviews
Strategy calls
Ongoing advisory and accountability support
Owners can start small and layer support as needed.
Who This Is For
GaryVanGundy.com is built for:
Independent restaurant owners
Multi-unit operators
Leaders responsible for profit and performance
Owners who want systems, not shortcuts
This is not for anyone looking for quick fixes, gimmicks, or surface-level advice.
A Final Word From Gary
Running a restaurant is demanding — financially, emotionally, and operationally.
The goal isn’t to work harder.
The goal is to lead with clarity and control.
Everything here is designed to help you do exactly that.
