{"id":889,"date":"2019-05-27T09:40:49","date_gmt":"2019-05-27T09:40:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.indifi.com\/?p=889"},"modified":"2020-07-18T14:42:26","modified_gmt":"2020-07-18T14:42:26","slug":"5-techniques-cut-down-cost-restaurant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/5-techniques-cut-down-cost-restaurant\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Techniques To Cut Down Costs At Your Restaurant Without Compromising On Quality"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.indifi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/How-to-cut-food-costs-without-Compromising-on-Quality-450x300.jpg\" alt=\"How to cut food costs without Compromising on Quality\" class=\"wp-image-890\"\/><figcaption><em>How to cut food costs without Compromising on Quality<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Most restaurant owners are hugely concerned about the number of ways they are losing money \u2013 especially in the kitchens. Food wastage, ingredient spoilage, overstocking \u2013 are a few of the woes plaguing restaurant managers and owners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, in today\u2019s post, we share with you some of the proven ways that you can adopt to reduce wastes, minimize losses, cut costs, and improve efficiency and profitability, without compromising on food quality. While some of these methods listed here may not offer you significant savings overnight, what matters is the potential cumulative effect. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background has-vivid-green-cyan-background-color\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/bank-loan-for-restaurant-business-india\">Get Restaurant Financing&nbsp;<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Just by adopting a few of these practices, in a few months, you can see significant savings, which in turn, boosts the overall profitability of the restaurant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/5-techniques-cut-down-cost-restaurant\/#5_Techniques_To_Cut_Down_Costs_At_Your_Restaurant_Without_Compromising_On_Quality\" title=\"5 Techniques To Cut Down Costs At Your Restaurant Without Compromising On Quality\">5 Techniques To Cut Down Costs At Your Restaurant Without Compromising On Quality<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/5-techniques-cut-down-cost-restaurant\/#1_Rethink_Ingredients_%E2%80%93Use_Out-Of-The-Box_Alternatives\" title=\"1. Rethink Ingredients \u2013Use Out-Of-The-Box Alternatives\">1. Rethink Ingredients \u2013Use Out-Of-The-Box Alternatives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/5-techniques-cut-down-cost-restaurant\/#2_Negotiate_Partnerships_With_Ingredient_Vendors\" title=\"2. Negotiate Partnerships With Ingredient Vendors\">2. Negotiate Partnerships With Ingredient Vendors<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/5-techniques-cut-down-cost-restaurant\/#3_Watch_Whats_Getting_Dumped_In_The_Garbage\" title=\"3. Watch What\u2019s Getting Dumped In The Garbage\">3. Watch What\u2019s Getting Dumped In The Garbage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/5-techniques-cut-down-cost-restaurant\/#4_Provide_Kitchen_Help_Staff_With_The_Right_Training\" title=\"4. Provide Kitchen Help Staff With The Right Training\">4. Provide Kitchen Help Staff With The Right Training<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/5-techniques-cut-down-cost-restaurant\/#5_Reduce_Inventory\" title=\"5. Reduce Inventory \">5. Reduce Inventory <\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/blog\/5-techniques-cut-down-cost-restaurant\/#Finally_Remember_That_Its_Not_Just_About_Cost-Cutting_But_Growing\" title=\"Finally, Remember That It\u2019s Not Just About Cost-Cutting, But Growing\">Finally, Remember That It\u2019s Not Just About Cost-Cutting, But Growing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Techniques_To_Cut_Down_Costs_At_Your_Restaurant_Without_Compromising_On_Quality\"><\/span>5 Techniques To Cut Down Costs At Your Restaurant Without Compromising On Quality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Rethink_Ingredients_%E2%80%93Use_Out-Of-The-Box_Alternatives\"><\/span>1. Rethink Ingredients \u2013Use Out-Of-The-Box Alternatives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Today\u2019s consumers are more health-conscious than ever. Work\nthis to your advantage. Instead, of sourcing expensive ingredients from\noverseas, opt for local, seasonal ingredients that are not only cheaper but are\nhighly flavourful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Work with your head chefs to rethink expensive ingredients\non your menu. For instance, instead of offering processed strawberry and kiwi\ndesserts during summer, opt for local refreshing fruits like mangoes and\njackfruits. Not only are these ingredients cheaper but by including local\nproduce in your menu, you are likely to stand out from the crowd. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Negotiate_Partnerships_With_Ingredient_Vendors\"><\/span>2. Negotiate Partnerships With Ingredient Vendors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.indifi.com\/the-explosion-of-food-delivery-and-how-it-is-changing-everything-about-the-restaurant-business-b719e8456809\/\">The Explosion Of Food Delivery \u2014 And, How It Is Changing Everything About The Restaurant Business<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of making random supermarket runs or purchasing\ndifferent products from different vendors, try to negotiate partnerships with a\nfew select ingredient vendors. This way, your ingredient supplier is likely to\noffer you higher discounts and other perks like free door-step delivery, batch\ndelivery of bulk orders, etc. This reduces the overall cost of your inventory,\nwhich in turn, increase profit margins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Watch_Whats_Getting_Dumped_In_The_Garbage\"><\/span>3. Watch What\u2019s Getting Dumped In The Garbage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Trash cans in the kitchens are profit-draining holes. Most\nrestaurants lose a major chunk of their revenue to kitchen trash cans as good,\nusable produce gets dumped into it. Here\u2019s an expert tip from an experienced\nrestaurant manager \u2013 remove all trash cans from the kitchen and provide each\nkitchen staff with a clear plastic box, with their name on it. All kitchen\nstaff should place trimmings, scraps and other waste into their box. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of the shift inspect the box of each employee.\nAnd if you notice any usable food product, bring it to the employee\u2019s attention\nand provide them with on-the-spot training on how to better use it. This\ntechnique helps you to significantly cut down on food wastes generated in your\nkitchen, thereby reducing overall costs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Provide_Kitchen_Help_Staff_With_The_Right_Training\"><\/span>4. Provide Kitchen Help Staff With The Right Training<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the main reasons why most restaurants deal with\nmassive food wastage is inadequate staff training. When kitchen staffs don\u2019t\nknow the right way to cut, chop and dice, he\/she is less likely to make the\noptimum use of an ingredient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start by providing all your kitchen staff including part-timers with professional training. You can even take a small <a href=\"https:\/\/indifi.com\">business loan<\/a> to fund the costs of training employees. Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/\">digital lenders like Indifi<\/a> who offer customized business loans to all restaurants, big or small. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.indifi.com\/getting-business-loans-for-restaurants-79d56d788c1\/\">Getting Business Loans For Restaurants<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Reduce_Inventory\"><\/span>5. Reduce Inventory <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lowering inventory levels is one of the most basic, yet\neffective ways to cut costs. Most restaurants stock extra food on pantry\nshelves than what\u2019s needed. Start by evaluating your inventory levels for each\nproduct and then adjust reorder levels accordingly, leaving only a small margin\nfor safety sake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By reducing extra food inventory in your pantry, you reduce the chances of spoilage and wastage. Additionally, when kitchen staff notices that stock is limited, there are likely to be careful when portioning and handling expensive products. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Finally_Remember_That_Its_Not_Just_About_Cost-Cutting_But_Growing\"><\/span>Finally, Remember That It\u2019s Not Just About Cost-Cutting, But Growing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While cost-cutting may seem like a great way to reduce overall costs, it\u2019s easy to go overboard. When you go overboard with cost-cutting, food quality takes a massive hit, which in turn, brings down overall revenues. So, balance it out, and also focus your efforts on growing your business. If lack of capital is what\u2019s holding you back, make sure to check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\/bank-loan-for-restaurant-business-india\">tailored business loans for restaurant owners<\/a> available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.indifi.com\">Indifi<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most restaurant owners are hugely concerned about the number of ways they are losing money \u2013 especially in the kitchens. Food wastage, ingredient spoilage, overstocking \u2013 are a few of the woes plaguing restaurant managers and owners. 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