New tool from Brakes helps with menu management and legislation
Brakes, in partnership with technology provider Nutritics, has launched Virtual Chef Online, a suite of online recipe and menu management tools for foodservice operators.
Features of the ‘one-stop solution’ include:
- Recipe analysis to automatically calculate cost and nutrition and highlight allergens
- Menu management for gross profit and sales analysis alongside options such as displaying the customer menu on a TV screen or tablet
- Customised label maker and label printing solution to assist with Natasha’s Law compliance
- Cost, sustainability and waste analysis
- Real-time access to Brakes portfolio of 12,000 products and prices
“As well as simplifying the entire menu development process, increasing efficiency and reducing food waste, Virtual Chef Online will make it easier for our customers to comply with current food regulations, as well as upcoming legislation such as Natasha’s Law,” said Adam Collett, UK marketing and digital director at Brakes.
Stephen Nolan, managing director at Nutritics, added: “We are delighted to partner with Brakes to power the technology behind the Virtual Chef Online solution. This new market offer gives Brakes’ customers access to best-in-class recipe and menu management technology and will enable them to optimise their offer, enhance compliance and improve the customer experience all from one software solution.”
