Figueroa Philly owner Danny Hizami faced challenges managing food costs despite strong sales. Manual processes and lack of visibility into ingredient pricing made it hard to track profitability. After implementing Back Office, Danny gained real-time insights, automated reporting, and supplier price comparisons. The result: a 5% reduction in food costs and more time to focus on his customers. Back Office gave him the financial clarity needed to grow confidently in a competitive market.<\/p>\n
When Danny Hizami embarked on his journey to bring the iconic East Coast cheesesteak to Southern California, he faced a steep learning curve. As the owner of Figueroa Philly, he quickly discovered that while his background in the food industry provided a solid foundation, it didn\u2019t prepare him for the complexities of managing food costs across an entire restaurant. Danny felt a disconnect between his revenue and profit margins despite making sales. He struggled to track ingredient costs, making it difficult to ensure that he was operating profitably. As a result, he often relied on gut feelings and anecdotal evidence rather than hard data, leading to missed opportunities for cost savings and financial growth.<\/p>\n
The Back Office provided Danny with the comprehensive solution he needed to control his food costs and optimize his restaurant\u2019s financial management.<\/strong><\/p>\n By leveraging Back Office\u2019s sophisticated yet user-friendly platform, Danny could automatically track his food costs, generate detailed reports, and visualize data trends without the hassle of manual entry. The software offered features such as budget setting, supplier price comparisons, and real-time inventory management, allowing him to make informed purchasing decisions. This solution simplified his day-to-day operations and empowered him to focus on what he loved\u2014serving delicious cheesesteaks.<\/p>\n Since implementing Back Office, Danny has experienced a notable 5% reduction in food costs. The automation of food cost tracking has saved him countless hours, enabling him to redirect his efforts toward enhancing the customer experience at Figueroa Philly. The ability to compare prices among suppliers has not only kept costs down but has also allowed Danny to source higher-quality ingredients without sacrificing flavor or profitability. He now has a clearer understanding of where his money is going and can quickly identify areas for improvement.<\/p>\n – Danny Hizami, Figueroa Philly<\/p><\/blockquote>\n With the insights gained from Back Office, Danny has completely changed Figueroa Philly\u2019s financial landscape. The software\u2019s capabilities have not only lowered his food costs but have also instilled confidence in his operational decisions. As he continues to grow his business, Danny feels empowered to focus on the culinary aspects that brought him into the industry while trusting Back Office to provide the financial clarity he needs. The partnership has proven invaluable in navigating the complexities of running a restaurant, positioning Figueroa Philly for sustained success in the competitive Southern California market.<\/p>\n Figueroa Philly has been serving up what many call the best cheesesteak in Los Angeles for over a decade. Founded by industry veteran Danny Hizami, the restaurant quickly became a go-to spot for USC students, sports fans, and visitors to Expo Park. Located in the heart of South LA\u2019s Figueroa Corridor, Figueroa Philly blends East Coast flavor with West Coast roots\u2014staying true to Danny\u2019s mission of bringing authentic cheesesteaks to the city he calls home.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Figueroa Philly automated food cost tracking and supplier comparisons to reduce costs by 5%, allowing them to focus on quality cheesesteaks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8496,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"om_disable_all_campaigns":false},"case-study":[70],"class_list":["post-9397","case-study","type-case-study","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","case-study-independent"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nResults<\/h2>\n
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“When you get caught up in running a restaurant, you have blinders on. Back Office really gives you a full picture of your restaurant.”<\/h5>\n
About Figueroa Philly<\/h2>\n