Food Cost Percentage Calculator
Calculate plate cost as a percentage of menu price.
Inputs
$
$
oz
%
Results
Food Cost %
28.1%
Ideal Menu Price$15
Gross Profit Per Plate$11.5
Gross Margin71.9%
Markup255.6%
Daily Gross Profit$920
Monthly Gross Profit$27,600
Cost Per Ounce$0.56
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the ingredient cost ($) and menu price ($) for the dish.
- Set portion size and number of daily covers to estimate daily usage.
- Enter your target food cost % (typically 28-32% for full-service restaurants).
- Review actual food cost %, ideal menu price at target %, gross profit, and gross margin.
- If actual cost exceeds target, increase price or reduce portion/ingredient cost.
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