Professional Food Cost Calculator
Calculate recipe costs, optimize menu pricing, and maximize profits with unit conversions, waste tracking, sub-recipes, and multi-currency support.
Recipe Cost Calculator
Add ingredients, set waste percentages, and calculate your true food costs
| Ingredient | Purchase Price | Purchase Unit | Recipe Qty | Recipe Unit | Waste % | Cost |
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Create reusable components like sauces, spice mixes, and marinades.
| Ingredient | Purchase Price | Purchase Unit | Recipe Qty | Recipe Unit | Waste % | Cost |
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How to Calculate Food Cost
Add Ingredients
Enter each ingredient with its purchase price and unit.
Set Quantities
Specify how much of each ingredient your recipe uses.
Account for Waste
Set waste percentages for trim losses.
Get Pricing
See cost, menu price, and food cost percentage.
Why Use Our Calculator?
Smart Conversions
Buy in kilos, use in grams. Automatic unit conversion.
Waste Tracking
Custom waste percentages for accurate costing.
Sub-Recipes
Reusable sauces and mixes across recipes.
Multi-Currency
USD, EUR, GBP, INR, PKR, and more.
Save & Export
Export to CSV or PDF for record keeping.
Works Everywhere
Desktop, tablet, or phone - no app needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is food cost percentage?
Food cost percentage = (Ingredient Cost รท Menu Price) ร 100. Most restaurants aim for 28-35%.
How do I calculate recipe cost?
List ingredients, calculate cost per ingredient, account for waste, and sum all costs.
What is a good food cost percentage?
28-35% for most restaurants. Fast food: 25-30%. Fine dining: 30-40%.
Why is waste percentage important?
Accounts for unusable portions: vegetables 10-20%, meat 15-25%, fish 40-60%.