About

The Depot is a popular restaurant located in Bondi, known for its delicious food and refreshing beach-front atmosphere. We sat down with head chef Jade who shared her extensive knowledge in hospitality and frustrations with wholesale ordering prior to FoodByUs. She used various methods to order supplies, including text, call, email, and website. This resulted in a lot of time being spent on ordering and tracking supplies, which was often an infuriating experience for all staff.

Suppliers & Ordering

“The platform makes it easier to keep tabs on orders and deliveries, rather than looking at several websites, wondering who to call”

Prior to using FoodByUs, the restaurant used various methods to order supplies, including text, call, email, and websites. This resulted in a lot of time being spent on ordering and tracking supplies, which was often a frustrating experience for the staff.

With the implementation of FoodByUs, The Depot has been able to streamline its ordering process significantly, saving them valuable time and increasing efficiency. The platform allows them to order from many different suppliers and add their own. The staff at The Depot appreciate the ease of keeping track of all their orders in one place, as opposed to having to visit multiple websites or make various phone calls to suppliers.

Cost Savings

“COGS is bottom line for businesses – it can run your business down if not drilled down and maintained.“

One of the key ways FoodByUs helps drive costs lower is through its pricing transparency and comparability. The Depot no longer needs to spend time collecting price lists from different suppliers or negotiating prices individually. With FoodByUs, they can easily compare prices for products across multiple suppliers, ensuring they get the best possible deals and avoid overpaying for supplies. This feature alone has helped The Depot make informed purchasing decisions and optimize its cost of goods sold (COGS).

FoodByUs reporting tools also play a crucial role in driving lower costs for The Depot. The reporting tools allow them to have full visibility of their spending, enabling them to identify areas where they can save and optimize their purchasing decisions. The overview of food costs and insights into product spending help The Depot identify any potential cost outliers or areas where they can negotiate better deals with suppliers. Jade says “These cost-saving measures enable us to allocate resources more effectively and even offer giveaways to our patrons and customers, enhancing their overall dining experience.”

Convenience & Collaboration

“The platform is so easy to use, even older staff can figure it out.”

“I can search for specific products or browse through different categories with ease, finding exactly what I need in a matter of clicks,” says Jade. The ability to compare prices and product details across various suppliers directly within the platform allows her team to make well-informed decisions without the need to manually visit multiple websites or make numerous phone calls. With the platform being easy to use and providing transparency and comparability, Jade says their experience with FoodByUs has been extremely positive. Moreover, the staff appreciates the support and level of service provided by the FoodByUs team.

Overall, FoodByUs’s user-friendly interface, consolidated ordering process, search and compare feature, and collaborative capabilities make it incredibly easy for Jade and her team to manage their food supply ordering effectively. FoodByUs provides a centralised hub for the entire team at The Depot to collaborate and communicate regarding their orders. The platform allows the chefs and staff members to view and amend each other’s orders, ensuring that no crucial items are missed and promoting a cohesive and efficient ordering process. This collaborative approach not only saves time but also enhances accuracy and minimizes errors in the ordering process.

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