Danny Bendas

Daniel Bendas is a Managing Partner at Synergy Restaurant Consultants with over 30 years of experience in the food service industry.1 He joined Synergy in 1989 and has worked with more than 225 clients, providing services such as new concept development, menu innovation, operations assessments, strategic planning, and management development.1

Bendas has a diverse culinary background, including:

• Opening chef at Houlihan's Old Place in Kansas City
• Chef at the acclaimed American Restaurant in Kansas City
• Director of Operations for American Food Service Enterprises
• Vice President of Food & Beverage for Nanco Enterprises

His educational background includes:

• Bachelor's degree from Penn State University
• AAS degree from Bucks County Community College
• AOS from the Culinary Institute of America (recipient of the Waldorf Astoria Scholastic Achievement Award)1

Colleagues describe Bendas as detailed, patient, thorough, creative, and focused on providing clients with the best possible solutions.3 He is known for his expertise in restaurant operations, menu development, and strategic planning.12