Define Standards, Perform Audits & Certifications

• We have developed standards that incorporate all areas of sustainability, including resource consumption, waste management, suppliers, products and operations
• We perform a comprehensive audit & inventory of your restaurant’s operations
• We certify to the public that your restaurant is doing its part to be environmentally friendly

Conduct Sustainability Assessments & Help You Craft A Plan

• We analyze the results of your audit and make recommendations based on the best available science & resources
• We work with you to establish a sustainability plan that works for your business

Assist In Staff & Guest Education

• We supply you with a wealth of educational materials in order to foster employee engagement
• We provide you with sustainability tips and information to include in your lineups
• By creating an engaged staff, we believe that they will educate and create “buy-in” from your guests

Provide Marketing Resources To Set You Apart From Your Competition

• Consumer demand is calling for more eco-conscious choices so we help you communicate your sustainable efforts to your guests
• We equip you with marketing materials to give you the edge over your competition
• We work to inform the public about the importance of supporting restaurants that are GRS members

In addition to helping you figure out your path to sustainability, we differentiate your efforts by awarding you Forks. As you adopt more and more sustainable practices and implement environmental projects in your restaurant, you receive points. The more points you accumulate, the more Forks you earn, with “4 Forks” indicating that you have embraced all areas of sustainability and are doing everything in your power to be a responsible business member.