Webinar I Profit Protection: Fix the Small Leaks Driving Food and Labor Costs

October 13, 2026 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM (EDT)

Description

Most profitability issues in independent restaurants are not caused by one big problem. They come from small, everyday leaks that quietly erode margins. This webinar is built for independent restaurant owners and managers navigating rising costs, staffing pressure, and inconsistent execution. We will highlight where these leaks show up, including waste, rework, uneven portions, slow handoffs, and lack of standardization, and help you quickly spot them in your own operation.

These problems are fixable, and faster than you think. In this session, we will show you how to focus on the few changes that deliver the biggest impact and put simple, repeatable systems in place your team can follow. You will leave with clear tools and confidence to tighten execution, reduce variation, and protect your margins without overloading your team.

What You'll Walk Away With: 

• Find where money is quietly leaking 
• Focus on the fixes with the fastest payoff
• Standardize the work to keep costs predictable

Presenters: 

Kelli Laube, Product & Training Specialist

Kelli is a seasoned Hospitality Trainer with RestaurantOwner since 2011. Throughout her career, she has excelled in various front-of-house roles including Hospitality Director. Kelli's pivotal role involves aiding independent restaurant operators and teams via webinars, workshops, and training content. Simultaneously, she serves as a Product & Training Specialist at the National Restaurant Association, fostering successful teams and unforgettable guest experiences for restaurants.

Sara Bray, Vice President, Workforce and Business Development 

With over two decades of expertise in the industry, Sara brings a wealth of knowledge to her role overseeing strategy and operations. She focuses on optimizing efficiencies and solutions for restauranteurs. A recognized workforce and industry expert, Sara regularly tackles pressing workforce and operational challenges. Her initiatives are aimed at achieving operational excellence, elevating guest experiences, and stimulating sustainable growth in the hospitality sector.

Time

This concise webinar will have a 30 minute presentation followed by Q&A.