Here’s What You Just Learned...
In today’s restaurant landscape, rising labor and inventory costs are squeezing margins like never before. But there’s good news – with the right system and strategies, you can take back control. We explored how forward-thinking operators are using restaurant management solutions like COGS-Well to turn challenges into opportunities.
Why Profitability is Under Pressure
Labor shortages, rising wages, and inventory cost hikes (thanks to tariffs and global supply chain shifts) make it tough to stay profitable. Many operators don’t have the insights they need – and that’s costing them.
How to Solve the Problem
Profitability starts with visibility. With tools like COGS-Well, you can:
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Leverage recipe and inventory data to optimize labor decisions.
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Use menu engineering to pinpoint popular items and maximize profits.
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Compare actual vs. theoretical food costs to optimize efficiency.
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Add prep labor costs to report your full Prime Cost for each menu item.
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Set target costs for menu items so you can quickly react to rising prices.
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Leverage built-in analytics, cost alerts, and predictive forecasting to make stronger purchasing decisions.
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Use suggested ordering to avoid slow-moving inventory.
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Track prep costs and reduce waste.
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Donate before quality food becomes disposable waste!
Ready to Take Action?
COGS-Well helps operators like you take control of costs, improve decision-making, and grow profit – with data that works for your team, not against it. Book a demo today to see COGS-Well in action!