Food fraud is a growing problem that costs the industry close to £30 billion a year, globally. The different ways the restaurant industry can be impacted by fraud are vast. So, how do you combat something that seems almost unavoidable? Here are a few ways to protect your business from fraud:
Till Rolls:
Till Rolls are required for any consumer based business. When you use quality paper, it’s easier for customers to read their receipts. This is beneficial for managers as well because there’s no question about what was recorded. Counterfeit receipts are also a problem, so when your till rolls are professional and high quality, your staff will have an easier time picking out fraudulent receipts.
Food Labels:
When you have an efficient and consistent food labelling system, food is monitored more closely and the chance of theft minimises. This monitoring allows managers and owners to compare product usage with on-the-books profits. Food labelling makes the tracking of food shelf-life easier and provides a means of locating the inventory closest to expiration for first-use. It makes tracking the food easier and food fraud more difficult to accomplish. The Date Code Genie makes the labelling process simple and standard. This removes the impact of human error that can lead to fraud.
Awareness:
Understanding all the different ways fraud can happen in your restaurant allows you to be proactive about a solution. You can plan ahead and prepare for things before they happen. Obviously, fraud is common where money transactions are handled, so tills are particularly vulnerable to fraud. However, it’s important not to overlook the other areas where fraud can occur. The kitchen is also susceptible to fraud via food prep, employee meals, and productivity.