Batch Size Calculator
Calculate how many batches to prepare by dividing expected demand by batch yield. Rounds up to ensure enough product for service.
Free Food Cost Calculators
18 toolsRecipe cost, waste, yield, and food cost percentage calculators. Browse our free food cost tools below — no sign-up required.
Buffet Cost Per Person Calculator
Calculate buffet food cost per person using the 1.5x plated portion multiplier. Estimate total buffet expenses and set profitable pricing.
Bulk Buying Savings Calculator
Calculate annual savings from bulk purchasing vs. smaller orders. Compare per-unit prices and multiply savings by annual usage volume.
Catering Cost Per Head Calculator
Calculate per-person catering costs by dividing total expenses for food, labor, transport, and equipment by the number of guests served.
Cocktail Cost Calculator
Calculate the total cost of a cocktail by summing spirit, mixer, and garnish costs. Price cocktails for profitability with accurate recipes.
Cooking Loss Calculator
Calculate cooking loss percentage from raw and cooked weights. Track shrinkage from heat to price cooked-weight menu items accurately.
Drink Cost Percentage Calculator
Calculate beverage cost percentage by dividing total drink costs by beverage revenue. Track bar profitability and optimize your drink program.
Food Cost Percentage Calculator
Calculate your restaurant food cost percentage by dividing cost of goods sold by food revenue. Optimize margins and control expenses.
Food Waste Cost Calculator
Calculate the dollar cost of food waste by multiplying weight wasted by cost per unit weight. Track and reduce kitchen waste expenses.
Food Waste Percentage Calculator
Calculate food waste percentage by dividing food waste by total food purchased. Track waste rates and set reduction targets.
Ingredient Cost per Unit Calculator
Calculate the true cost per usable unit of any ingredient by dividing purchase price by usable units after trim and waste.
Plate Cost Calculator
Calculate total plate cost by adding protein, starch, vegetable, sauce, and garnish costs. Essential for accurate menu pricing and margins.
Portion Cost Calculator
Calculate the cost of a single portion from bulk ingredient pricing. Divide unit cost by unit size and multiply by portion size.
Pour Cost Calculator
Calculate pour cost percentage for any drink by dividing the cost of ingredients poured by the selling price. Optimize bar profitability.
Recipe Cost Calculator
Calculate the total cost of any recipe by summing ingredient quantities and unit costs. Essential for menu pricing and profit analysis.
Recipe Scaling Calculator
Scale any recipe up or down by entering original and desired yields. Calculate new ingredient quantities for batch cooking.
Trim Loss Calculator
Calculate trim loss percentage by dividing trim weight by as-purchased weight. Optimize prep efficiency and improve food costing.
Yield Percentage Calculator
Calculate yield percentage by dividing edible portion weight by as-purchased weight. Essential for accurate recipe costing.