Sustainable Catering Cost Per Guest
| Ingredient | Qty / portion | Unit | Price / unit (€) | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local Seasonal Ingredients | kg | — | ||
| Plant-Forward Protein | kg | — | ||
| Compostable Packaging | pcs | — |
Cost per Portion
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Total Batch Cost
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Professional Tips for Accurate Costing
- Seasonal local ingredients can cost 5–15% less than imported — peak supply, no air freight.
- Plant-forward menus run 20–30% lower food cost than meat-heavy equivalents.
- Compostable packaging adds €0.25–0.40 per cover — sells the sustainability story.
- Track and publish food waste % — clients increasingly demand transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not necessarily. Seasonal local ingredients often cost 5–15% less. Plant-forward menus run 20–30% lower food cost. Compostable packaging adds €0.25–0.40 per cover but justifies a price premium.
Corporate clients with ESG commitments, university and school catering tenders, eco-conscious wedding couples, public sector contracts. The market is growing fast.
Track and publish: % local ingredients (within 100 km), waste %, packaging compostability, carbon per cover. Transparency wins contracts.