Kitchen Prep Time Calculator
Calculate prep labor hours needed from expected menu items and covers.
Inputs
min
$
%
Results
Total Prep Hours Needed
39.1 hrs
Prep Staff Needed (8-hr shifts)4.9
Prep Labor Cost$625
Total Items to Prep375
Prep Cost Per Cover$4.17
Prep Cost Per Item$1.67
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the menu items to prep and average prep time per item (minutes).
- Set expected covers for the service period and items per cover.
- Enter your prep cook hourly rate ($).
- Review total prep hours, staff needed, prep labor cost, and total items to prepare.
- Adjust par levels or scheduling if prep labor cost exceeds budget.
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