With so much emphasis on reducing food and beverage cost, while improving quality and maximizing service, Practical Food and Beverage Cost Control, 2e takes the guess work out of managing today's restaurant. The book combines the financial aspect with the need to understand the consumer's ever-increasing quest for value. Each chapter in the book provides specific information needed to avoid pitfalls and focus on improving the bottom line. Many examples are included to demonstrate theories and concepts in practice.