Food & Beverage
Prime Cost Percentage Calculator
Calculate prime cost percentage for hotel and restaurant operations.
Prime Cost Calculator
Use this tool to review prime cost with a consistent period, denominator, and operating rule.
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- Built for hotel operators
Formula
How this calculator works
This formula converts source operating values into prime cost for quick review.
Prime Cost = COGS + Total Labor Cost
Context
Why this metric matters
Restaurant prime cost usually includes all COGS plus all labor-related costs. For hotel outlets, specify whether non-F&B labor is excluded.
Hotel insight
Industry context
- Restaurant prime cost usually includes all COGS plus all labor-related costs. For hotel outlets, specify whether non-F&B labor is excluded.
- Small changes in denominator rules can move the result, so keep the same reporting basis when comparing periods.
Operational notes
Before you act on the number
- $28,000 + $17,000 = $45,000
- Confirm whether internal-use, complimentary, adjustment, or excluded activity should be included before comparing periods.
- Use this result as an operating guide and review it with the supporting business context.