How do you prepare a food and beverage budget?

Step 1: Calculate your total food and beverage revenue

To do this, you will need to know:

- The average number of customers you serve per day

- The average amount each customer spends on food and beverages

Once you have these numbers, you can multiply them together to get your total food and beverage revenue.

Step 2: Determine your food and beverage costs

To do this, you will need to know:

- The cost of the ingredients you use to prepare your menu items

- The cost of beverages

- The cost of supplies, such as napkins and straws

- The cost of labor

You can add up all of these costs to get your total food and beverage costs.

Step 3: Calculate your food and beverage budget

To do this, you will need to subtract your total food and beverage costs from your total food and beverage revenue. This will give you your food and beverage budget.

Step 4: Adjust your budget as needed

As you go through the month, you may need to adjust your food and beverage budget if you find that you are spending more or less than you expected. You can do this by reviewing your sales data and making adjustments as needed.

Here are some tips for preparing a food and beverage budget:

- Use realistic estimates when calculating your revenue and costs.

- Be sure to include all of your costs, including the cost of labor.

- Review your budget regularly and make adjustments as needed.

- Having a well-prepared budget will help you control your food and beverage costs and ensure that your restaurant is successful.