Bailey to lead the restaurant consulting group's efforts there.

AccessPoint Group opened a branch office in Los Angeles. James Bailey, vice president of culinary services, leads AccessPoint's new office.

A Culinary Institute of America ProChef graduate, Bailey has worked as an executive chef for a number of restaurants — most recently Viceroy Hotel Group — and as a professional consultant for major hospitality companies.

AccessPoint Group also has offices in San Diego, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.