COGS CALCULATOR /

KNOW YOUR NUMBERS, PROTECT YOUR PROFIT

Running a café isn’t just about serving great coffee — it’s about making sure every cup keeps your doors open. Too many cafés underestimate their Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), and that’s where profit starts to slip away.

Our free Zest COGS Calculator takes the guesswork out of the equation. Built specifically for cafés, it helps you:

  • Accurately calculate your true costs for every drink and menu item.
  • Set realistic pricing that covers ingredients, wastage, and operating costs.
  • Identify weak spots where margin is being lost.
  • Plan for profitability instead of relying on assumptions.

This is a practical tool, drawn from decades of working with successful Zest partner cafés. Use it to see where your money is going — and how to keep more of it. Because your success is our success, and therefore your success is our priority.

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