PMQ Pizza will host a free webinar for pizzeria operators looking to get their cheese costs under control. The webinar, titled “Controlling Cheese Costs,” will take place at 2 p.m. (ET) on Tuesday, June 30. It’s sponsored by industry leader Grandé and features two pizzeria owners from PMQ’s renowned U.S. Pizza Team as well as the legendary consultant Mark “The Cheese Dude” Todd.
Click here to register for this free online event!
As the single most expensive ingredient on a pizza, cheese can make or break your profitability. With market fluctuations and supply chain unpredictability, “Controlling Cheese Costs” is a vital session for any operator looking to protect their margins without sacrificing quality.
In addition to “The Cheese Dude, this webinar features Sean Dempsey, owner of Dempsey’s Brewery Pub and Restaurant in Watertown, South Dakota, and Nicholas Harper, owner of Peace of Pie on Hartwell in Fair Play, South Carolina.
Our experts will dive deep into the mechanics of cheese procurement, portion control and waste reduction. We will explore how to navigate the block market, the pros and cons of different cheese blends, and the high-tech tools available to ensure every ounce of cheese on your pie is working for your bottom line. Whether you are a single-unit independent or a growing regional chain, you will learn how to master your inventory and keep your food costs in check.
Here’s what to expect:
- Strategic Procurement and Market Navigation: Understand how the cheese market functions and learn strategies for timing your purchases or locking in contracts to hedge against price spikes.
- Precision Portioning and Yield Management: Discover the impact of “heavy-handed” topping on your annual profits and learn how to implement standardized portioning techniques that ensure consistency and cost-efficiency.
- Optimizing Blends for Performance and Price: Evaluate the cost-benefit analysis of different cheese types and blends (such as whole milk vs. part-skim or adding provolone) to achieve the perfect melt and flavor profile at a lower price point.
