Cost Modelling in KC Lite

Cost Modelling allows you to assess the financial performance of a menu before it goes live. By estimating how many portions of each item will sell, the system can project revenue, cost of sales, and profit margins — helping you build menus that are both attractive and profitable.

How to Access Cost Modelling

How to Build a Cost Model

1. Click Add New

2. Give your model a clear name (e.g. "Spring Brunch Forecast")

3. Select the Revenue Outlet

4. Add Recipes

5. Input your predicted sales quantities for each item

The system will calculate:

• Total projected costs

• Total sales revenue

• Gross profit values and GP %

• Cost of Sales %

• Costing Classification

What Is It Used For?

Cost Modelling helps you:

• Forecast performance of a new or seasonal menu

• Adjust pricing or costings before going live

• Ensure your GP targets are met

• Support decision-making when finalising a menu or offering

🧠 Best Practices

• 🎯 Use realistic sales quantities based on past trends or event expectations

• 🔍 Review any outliers — dishes with high cost % or low profitability

• 💸 Consider pricing adjustments or recipe tweaks to improve GP

• 📄 Export or save your model to track performance after launch

❓FAQs

Can I create multiple models for the same outlet?
Yes, create as many as you need for different periods, occasions, or menu types.

How is GP calculated?
Gross Profit = Selling Price – Cost of Sale
GP % = (Profit ÷ Selling Price) × 100

🆘 Need Help?

📧 Email Support: support@kitchencut.com
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