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True Cost of Food Waste: A Guide for Multi-Unit Restaurants

Food waste, a global issue receiving significant recent attention, raises particular concerns for restaurant owners and managers. While environmentalists and politicians fear the ecological impacts of large-scale food waste, restaurant operators recognize the small-scale reality: excess food waste can jeopardize the profitability and sustainability of a business.

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Cost Impacts

With restaurant profit margins typically in the 3-5% range, wasting even small amounts of food can have a big impact on profitability.

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Common Challenges

These operational challenges have varying impacts. Issues like poor inventory visibility, inconsistent employee training, and inefficient purchasing practices can drive costs up much faster than others.

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Controlling Food Waste

Managing food waste efficiently is crucial for multi-unit restaurants looking to boost profits and sustain themselves

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Bottom Line Benefits

Restaurant operators can realize
tangible cost reductions by making data-driven decisions, minimizing routine administrative burdens, and focusing on strategic improvements.

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True Cost of Food Waste: A Guide for Multi-Unit Restaurants

Food waste, a global issue receiving significant recent attention, raises particular concerns for restaurant owners and managers …