by graham@chefxpertise.com | Feb 12, 2025 | Menu Development, Menu Engineering, Menu Knowledge, Restaurant Cost Controls
Welcome to the first installment of our 13-part series, where we dive deep into How to Analyze Menu Profitability, part of the Chefxpertise 13-Point Restaurant Assessment. This series is designed to be a valuable resource library for independent restaurant operators,...
by graham@chefxpertise.com | Feb 4, 2025 | Concept Development, Consistency & Quality, Financial Management, Recipe Development, Restaurant Cost Controls, Restaurant Operations
Running a successful restaurant isn’t just about great food; it’s about aligning every aspect of your operations for profitability, consistency, and guest satisfaction. Whether you’re managing one location or a growing multi-unit brand, taking a step back to assess...
by graham@chefxpertise.com | Jan 29, 2025 | Financial Management, Menu Engineering, Restaurant Cost Controls, Restaurant Operations
Welcome to the first installment of our 13-part series, where we dive deep into Menu Profitability, a primary focus of the Chefxpertise 13-Point Restaurant Assessment. This series is designed to be a valuable resource library for independent restaurant operators,...
by chefxpertise | Jul 29, 2024 | Menu Development, Menu Engineering, Restaurant Cost Controls
Running an independent restaurant comes with unique challenges and opportunities. One critical yet often overlooked aspect of ensuring your restaurant’s success is conducting a regular menu audit. A thorough menu audit can help you identify underperforming items,...
by chefxpertise | Jul 9, 2024 | Menu Engineering, Restaurant Cost Controls, Restaurant Operations
Download the Chefxpertise menu engineering worksheet Understanding your menu’s...
by chefxpertise | Jul 9, 2024 | Menu Engineering, Restaurant Cost Controls, Restaurant Operations
In the competitive world of restaurants, every detail matters, and your menu is no exception. Menu engineering is a powerful tool that can significantly enhance your restaurant’s profitability. But what exactly is menu engineering, and how can you get started? This...