How one BBQ restaurant was able to SAVE using ClearCOGS technology
In this testimonial, Dan Mazzarocco, co‑owner of Red, White and Chew Smokehouse in Green Brook, NJ, explains how he and his wife launched their smoked‑barbecue restaurant without prior industry experience. He describes the daily operational challenge of preparing slow‑smoked meats and homemade sides a day in advance, where any over‑ or under‑preparation directly translates into lost revenue because leftovers are discarded. Dan then details his experience with ClearCOGS technology: after an initial consult, ClearCOGS provides nightly printed prep lists for the next day’s lunch and dinner service, accurately forecasting quantities of brisket, ribs, chicken, turkey, and sides. He compares ClearCOGS recommendations to his own estimates, noting that the system’s lower numbers were spot‑on, preventing waste such as three racks of ribs. The solution also gives his kitchen staff a clear roadmap, eliminating the need for phone calls to confirm prep amounts. Overall, Dan emphasizes that ClearCOGS saves his team prep time, reduces food waste, and improves operational efficiency, leading to significant cost savings.
