Labor Cost Per Meal Calculator

Calculate Labor Cost Per Meal



Formula

To calculate the Labor Cost Per Meal (LCM):

\[ LCM = \frac{LC}{M} \]

Where:

What is Labor Cost Per Meal?

Labor cost per meal is a measure of the total labor expenses incurred to prepare and serve each meal. It helps in understanding the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of meal preparation in various settings, such as restaurants, catering services, and institutional kitchens.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ LCM = \frac{500}{200} = 2.50 \text{ per meal} \]

The labor cost per meal is $2.50.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ LCM = \frac{1000}{400} = 2.50 \text{ per meal} \]

The labor cost per meal is $2.50.