Take a Slice Out of Your Labor Costs
70%
of sandwiches on menus include tomatoes*
64%
of sandwiches on menus include onion*
62%
of sandwiches on menus include lettuce*
Labor continues to be a top challenge for operators. Using pre-cut produce items like pre-sliced tomatoes and onions can help you to prioritize your labor to the most important tasks, to help maximize efficiency and costs. With 70% of sandwiches on menus including tomatoes, you could save thousands annually in labor costs with this single switch.
*Datassential, 2024
Check Out Your Potential Labor Savings Using Our Cross Valley Farms® Prep-Saving Calculator
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In addition to reduced prep time and labor cost savings, additional benefits to our ready-to-use produce include:
- 100% yield
- No waste
- Consistency of product (quality and sizing)
- Consistency of pricing
- Reduction in potential injuries
*See package for preparation instructions.
**Estimated yield percentages are based on USDA’s Agricultural Handbook “Food Yields.” Actual yields will vary based on product grade, size, quality, seasonality, etc.
***For hand labor: Please test your variables for better accuracy in projecting the cost of commodity products.