Five key performance indicators for your restaurant

Give every number a clear meaning.

Understand what each measure can tell you, where its inputs come from and which questions still need investigation. Use the worksheet to keep the definitions with the result.

Inside, you’ll find:

• Define the period and the source first
• Operating cash movement
• Revenue per available seat hour
• Employee turnover for a defined period
• Prime cost as a share of sales
• Menu contribution before overhead

All numerical examples are fictional and are not recommended targets. Review accounting definitions with your accountant and confirm available reports for your plan.