Tips For Restaurants to Reduce Food Waste and Save Significant Money

The restaurant industry loses an astounding $162 billion each year in food waste. This is due, in large part, to overbuying, overproduction, and spoilage, which could be significantly reduced with smarter systems in place. All restaurants should proactively work to reduce food waste, which will also help you save money, increase profits, spotlight your commitment to sustainability, and help the environment.

Consider the following:

US restaurants generate an estimated 22 to 33 billion pounds of food waste each year. Between a third and a half of food is wasted worldwide annually. Approximately 45 percent of all fruits and vegetables, 35 percent of seafood, 30 percent of cereals, and 20 percent of meat and dairy products are wasted by suppliers, retailers, and consumers each year. Food takes up more space in US landfills than anything else.Restaurant operators would be wise to take the following steps to reduce food waste and save money Upgrade inventory and ordering…