Hospitality & F&B Tool
Prime Cost
Analyzer
Prime cost is the heartbeat of your restaurant's profitability. Enter your food, beverage, and labor costs to see exactly where you stand against industry benchmarks.
Food & Bev Cost %
Labor Cost %
Prime Cost %
Benchmark Comparison
Enter Your Numbers
1
Concept & Reporting Period
Net sales — food, beverage, and any other revenue
$
2
Cost of Goods Sold
Purchases + beginning inventory − ending inventory
$
Enter 0 if no bar program
$
3
Total Labor Cost
$
FOH + BOH combined
$
FICA + FUTA + SUTA — typically 8–10%
%
Health insurance, 401k, etc. — optional
$
Enter revenue plus at least one cost and one wage figure to see your prime cost breakdown.
Common Questions
Prime Cost FAQ
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