The Epicurean Group brought sustainability and transparency to the table, initiating a transition from industrial, revenue-based standards to sustainable, food-based standards. It is the only company to create and provide transparent, line-by-line weekly cost accounting, a true industry innovation. The Epicurean Group is the first contract food service company to be "green" certified and recognized for community environmental responsibility, resource conservation and pollution prevention. The Epicurean Group management model is flat, not hierarchical, and founded on the principles of celebrating and rewarding talent. Epicurean has created an open and supportive culture. Managers and chefs are empowered and each account is managed act as an independent restaurant.