Q Factor

The cost of everything additional needed in the manufacture and service of the menu item is referred to as the Q factor. Bread, butter, and even salt and pepper are examples of such complementing products. Q-Factors typically add 10% to the price of food.

·         Salt & pepper

·         Sugar

·         Lemon wedges

·         Condiments, ketchup, mustard, salsa & chips, soy sauce, hot sauce

·         Crackers

·         Bread or rolls

·         Butter

·         Garnish for the plates

·         After dinner mints

·         Ice for water glasses

·         Amuse bouche

·         Waste from over production, spoilage or improper cooking (re-fires, burned, etc)