How Automated Prep Lists Simplify Operations & Reduce Waste

Running a restaurant is already a high-pressure job. Your in-store teams juggle orders, staffing, customer service, and food prep. They are often making split-second decisions that impact both efficiency and profitability.

Now, imagine if they didn’t have to guess how much to prep each day.

With Automated Prep Lists, a daily email tells your team exactly how much of each menu item to prepare at Opening, Peak, and Closing. No more over-prepping in the morning or scrambling when inventory runs low.

Why This Matters for Your Business

• Takes the mental burden off your team: Your managers and staff already have a lot on their plates. Instead of making gut-based decisions on how much to prep, they can focus on running smooth operations.
• Reduces waste & increases profitability: By knowing exactly what to prep (and when), you avoid throwing out unsold food while ensuring you’re ready for rush periods.
• Improves the guest experience: Nothing frustrates customers more than hearing, “Sorry, we just ran out of that.” Forecasts help ensure you always have what your guests want, when they want it.
• Batch-aware prep recommendations: We understand that you don’t bake a single cookie at a time. That’s why forecasts take your batch sizes into account, so you’re never told to prep in unrealistic increments.

How It Works

• Each morning, your team receives a detailed email with forecasted sales volumes per item for Opening, Peak, and Closing.
• Prep teams follow the plan, reducing last-minute decision-making and ensuring optimal food production.
• Operations run smoother, guests get what they want, and waste is minimized.

It’s that simple.

Want to optimize your restaurant’s prep and profitability? Request a demo today.

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