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10 Essential Restaurant KPIs
10 Essential Restaurant KPIs (10 Essential Restaurant KPIs )
Measure what matters. Manage what drives profit.
1. Food cost percentage
• Control purchasing, reduce waste, and protect margins.
2. Labor cost percentage
• Optimize scheduling and productivity to keep labor in check.
3. Average check growth
• Drive upselling and menu mix to increase guest spend.
4. Table turnover rate
• Maximize seating capacity and revenue potential.
5. Order accuracy
• Deliver the right order, every time. Happy guests, fewer comps.
6. Customer satisfaction score
• Great service drives loyalty, reviews, and repeat visits.
7. Waste percentage
• Reduce waste, protect profit, and support sustainability.
8. Sales per labor hour (SPLH)
• Measure team productivity and revenue efficiency.
9. Inventory variance
• Tighten controls and reconcile regularly to prevent losses.
10. Guest return rate
• Loyal guests are your best long-term growth driver.
Strong numbers. Smarter decisions. Better operations. Higher profits.