Food Costing

What is food costing primarily concerned with?

• The taste of the food

• Calculating the cost of a dish based on the cost of its ingredients

• The presentation of the food

• The speed of service

How is the food cost percentage calculated?

• Cost of ingredients - Selling price * 100

• Cost of ingredients / Selling price * 100

• Selling price + Cost of ingredients

• Selling price / Cost of ingredients * 100

What factors can influence the food cost percentage?

• All of the above

• Seasonal ingredient prices

• Labor costs

• Menu pricing strategy

Why is it important to monitor food costs in a restaurant?

• To improve staff efficiency

• To ensure customer satisfaction

• To maximize profit margins

• To reduce food waste

If a restaurant dish includes 200 g of chicken costing P293.00 per kg. 50 g of spices costing P580.00 per kg. and 100 g of vegetables costing P116.00 per kg. what is the total cost of the ingredients per dish?

• P76.50

• P116.00

• P87.00

• P58.00

What does the term 'portion cost' refer to in food costing?

• The total cost of all ingredients purchased

• The cost of a single serving of a dish

• The cost to prepare the dining area for a meal

• The price a customer pays for a dish

Which of the following is a common method to control food costs?

• Regular inventory audits

• Increasing menu prices

• Hiring more staff

• Offering discounts

How can seasonal changes affect food costing in a restaurant?

• They improve customer satisfaction

• They only affect labor costs

• They can lead to price fluctuations in ingredients

• They do not affect food costing

Which of the following is NOT a method of controlling food costs?

• Standardized recipes

• Inventory management

• Increasing menu prices without analysis

• Portion control

What is the purpose of recipe costing in food establishments?

• To determine the color of the dish

• To analyze the profitability of specific dishes on the menu

• To design an appealing menu layout

• To select the best cooking technique