Food Waste Management

Food waste doesn’t just hit your bottom line—it impacts the planet too. The good news? With a few smart habits, we can manage it much better.

Start by tracking what’s being tossed. Knowing what goes to waste helps you fine-tune inventory, ordering, and prep. Make sure the team is trained on proper storage and using the “first-in, first-out” method to keep ingredients fresh longer.

Then, get a little creative in the kitchen. Turn veggie scraps into flavorful stocks, and use overripe fruit in smoothies, sauces, or desserts. Small ideas can make a big difference.

For anything that truly can’t be used, composting is the way to go—it creates healthy soil instead of methane emissions.

You can also partner with local farms for animal feed, and don’t forget to donate safe, unsold food to shelters in your community.

Cutting food waste isn’t just about reducing costs. It’s an investment in a more sustainable and more profitable future.