There are many factors that affect the price of cheese–supply and demand, reduction in dairy herd sizes and energy prices to name a few. Since there is little you can do to control the volatility of the price of cheese, having products you can consistently count on is crucial to your bottom line...and Grande Cheeses are just that.

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Consistent Product
An inconsistent cheese will yield differently–if you use 10 ounces today, tomorrow you may need 12 ounces to get the same coverage. Not knowing how much cheese you will need and how much you will be using per pie is a recipe for profit loss. The consistent high quality of Grande cheeses will always provide the same coverage, which is a critical part of managing your costs. That is not the case with other cheeses.

Here are some suggested cheese portions for your pies:

Portion Control
Portion control is the best way to manage costs and ensure the consistent quality your customers have come to expect. We offer three ways to consistently portion your cheese:
• Our product forms: our shredded or diced cheeses give you consistency in size.
• Our portion cup: designed for our diced and shredded cheeses.
• An electronic food scale: available for purchase at a reduced cost.

Remember, the two most important things YOU can do to control the cost of cheese are to properly train your staff about the importance of portion control and to use a product that is 100% consistent.

Menu Cost Analysis
The final key to managing profitability is to know your food costs and price for profit. Grande’s Menu Cost Analysis Program can help you manage your bottom line by allowing you to:

• Understand and manage fluctuating food costs.
• Price your pies for profit.

Do not forget, when establishing your selling price, today’s consumer is looking for those products that have higher quality and taste, and will pay a premium for those items.