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your ultimate hangout for all things restaurant finance!
Whether you’re looking to cut down on credit card fees, nail your menu pricing, or streamline your back-office ops, we’ve got you covered.
Dive into our articles that break down restaurant accounting, inventory management hacks, and savvy outsourcing tips that can elevate your game.
Tax Season 2025: Key Deadlines for the Restaurant & Hospitality Industry
As tax season approaches, it’s essential for restaurants and hospitality businesses to stay ahead of important tax deadlines. In 2025, being proactive about estimated payments, filings, and deductions can save your business money and ensure compliance. Learn key dates and how OEO can help streamline your tax process.
Unlocking Tax Savings for the Hospitality Industry: A Comprehensive Guide
In the competitive hospitality industry, tax strategies like cost segregation can significantly reduce liabilities and enhance cash flow. This guide explains how cost segregation works for restaurants and hotels, highlighting key benefits, asset categories, and the importance of working with qualified professionals to maximize savings and ensure compliance.
Cracking the Code on Restaurant Audits: How to Ensure Operational Excellence
Discover how restaurant audits can streamline operations, boost profitability, and ensure compliance. From financial reviews to food safety checks, learn how regular audits uncover inefficiencies, optimize workflows, and safeguard your restaurant’s success.
Navigating the Essential Licenses and Permits for Restaurant Success
Opening a restaurant involves securing essential licenses and permits, such as food service, liquor, and health department approvals. Learn what permits you need and how to navigate regulatory requirements to ensure your restaurant operates smoothly and legally from day one.
Types of Restaurants: Classification and Categories Explained!
Discover the key differences between Quick Service, Fast Casual, Casual Dining, Fine Dining, and Specialty Restaurants. From speed and affordability to gourmet experiences, learn what makes each type unique and how they all share the same need for efficient back-office operations.
The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Food Waste in Restaurants
Discover how to reduce food waste in restaurants through better inventory management, real-time tracking, portion control, and sustainable practices. This guide offers actionable strategies to help restaurants minimize waste, increase profitability, and support a zero-waste future.
The Ultimate Guide to Fair Tip Distribution: Pooling vs. Sharing
Discover the ultimate guide to fair tip distribution in the hospitality industry. Explore the differences between tip pooling and tip sharing, their advantages, and best practices for implementation. Learn how to create a transparent and motivating environment for your staff, ensuring equitable gratuity distribution and enhanced service quality.
What's the Price of Bringing a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to Your Restaurant?
Discover the cost factors of hiring a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) for your restaurant business. Learn how experience, location, and services impact pricing. Review our Costs Calculator now!