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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.
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 Restaurant Prime Cost
Unlock the secrets to mastering restaurant prime cost with our comprehensive guide. Explore methods for calculating, managing, and optimizing food and labor expenses to enhance your restaurant’s profitability and efficiency. Learn key strategies and practical tips for financial success.
The Most Outsourced Services in 2024: A Ranked Overview with Real-Life Examples
Explore the top outsourced services of 2024 with our guide. From legal and tax to HR and engineering, see how companies like Wyndham Hotels and Domino's Pizza use external experts to boost efficiency and cut costs. Learn how outsourcing can streamline your business operations.
How to Outsource Sales: Introducing Our Sales Development Representative (SDR) Add-on
Over Easy Office introduces a new Sales Development Representative (SDR) add-on tailored for restaurant groups and accounting firms. Our specialized SDRs offer cost-efficient, expert-driven sales support, focusing on lead generation, cold calling, and strategic outreach to drive your business growth.
Mastering Dynamic Pricing Strategies for Multi-Location Restaurants: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover how dynamic pricing for restaurants can transform your multi-location restaurant chain. This comprehensive guide explores advanced strategies to optimize revenue, improve resource allocation, and stay competitive. Learn about real-time price adjustments, location-based pricing, and dynamic menu pricing to enhance your restaurant's profitability and efficiency.
Top Countries for Outsourcing in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover the top outsourcing destinations for 2024, including India, the Philippines, and Colombia. This guide explores each country's strengths in IT, customer service, and accounting, offering insights to help businesses choose the best outsourcing solutions.
Measuring Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) in Restaurants for Maximum Profitability
Discover how to maximize restaurant profitability by mastering Cost of Goods Sold (COGS). This guide reveals essential strategies for precise COGS calculation and effective management of inventory, suppliers, and menu engineering. Elevate your restaurant’s financial health and operational efficiency today!
Maximizing Restaurant Cash Flow with Effective Accounts Receivable Management
Transform your restaurant's financial health with expert Accounts Receivable strategies. Learn to optimize cash flow through efficient AR management techniques tailored for dining establishments.
Top Industries Adopting Outsourcing Accounting Functions
Discover how top industries such as hospitality, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, retail, and various restaurant segments leverage outsourced accounting functions to streamline operations, enhance financial accuracy, and ensure regulatory compliance. Find out specific advantages for each industry and how outsourcing enhances productivity and expansion.
Mastering Recipe Costing for Optimal Food Management
Mastering Recipe Costing for Optimal Food Management involves precise calculation of ingredient expenses, crucial for maintaining profitability in restaurants. Learn how to accurately calculate recipe costs and manage inventory efficiently to ensure financial health.
The Ultimate Playbook for Restaurant Menu Pricing Strategies
Pricing your restaurant menu strategically is essential for maximizing profits while keeping customers satisfied. This detailed guide explores effective strategies for setting optimal prices, balancing costs, market rates, and perceived value. Learn about cost-based, market-based, and value-based pricing, psychological pricing techniques, and menu engineering to enhance profitability and competitiveness.
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.
Adopting Finance-as-a-Service (FaaS) for the Food and Beverage Industry
Discover how adopting Finance-as-a-Service (FaaS) revolutionizes financial management in the food and beverage industry. Explore the benefits of streamlined operations, expert financial insights, and scalable solutions tailored for restaurants. Learn how FaaS empowers businesses to navigate challenges, optimize profitability, and deliver exceptional dining experiences.
The Ultimate Guide to Calculating Fringe Benefits for Restaurant Employees
Learn to calculate restaurant fringe benefits for compliance and employee satisfaction. Master employer contributions, FBT, and IRS guidelines for effective benefits management.