Recipe Costing Engine
Calculate exact plate costs, including yield loss and VAT. Works entirely in your browser; no data is saved.
Ingredients
Financial Summary
Total Raw Cost:
Cost with Waste (%):
Cost Per Portion:
Suggested Sell Price (inc 20% VAT):
Understanding the Assumptions
This tool assumes a flat VAT rate of 20% on the final selling price for hot food/hospitality sales in the UK. The waste factor accounts for trim loss, spoilage, and preparation errors (industry standard is 3-5%). It does not factor in direct labor costs per dish; for that, see our margin calculation guide.