Food Cost Formula Worked Examples
Each hypothetical example uses the same auditable equation: menu price = ingredient cost ÷ target food cost as a decimal. The result is a mathematical starting point—not a price recommendation or proof of profit.
Cajun salmon: $8.90 at 30%
Formula result: $29.67
See calculation →Burger: $6.40 at 32%
Formula result: $20.00
See calculation →Chicken parmesan: $6.50 at 30%
Formula result: $21.67
See calculation →Pasta: $3.60 at 28%
Formula result: $12.86
See calculation →Steak: $14.50 at 35%
Formula result: $41.43
See calculation →Pizza: $4.80 at 25%
Formula result: $19.20
See calculation →Tacos: $5.25 at 30%
Formula result: $17.50
See calculation →Salad: $3.15 at 28%
Formula result: $11.25
See calculation →