Kitchen Line Cook Speed Calculator
Understanding your kitchen's throughput helps with staffing decisions and managing guest wait times. Enter average ticket time, number of active cook stations, and dishes per ticket to estimate plates produced per hour.
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About this calculator
Calculate how many plates per hour your kitchen line can realistically produce based on ticket times and cook stations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I measure average ticket time?
Track the time from when a ticket prints to when all items on it are plated and ready to expo, then average across a sample of tickets during service.
Does this account for prep time?
No, this estimates active cooking throughput during service only, not prep or downtime between rushes.
How can I increase plates per hour?
Reduce ticket time through better mise en place, add stations, or simplify menu items with high complexity.