68: How to Cut Your COGS by 2-5%

This episode will tell you how you can cut COGS and save hours of labor per week at the same time.Unlock the secrets to revolutionizing your restaurant operations with Angelo Esposito, the trailblazing co-founder and CEO of Wisk AI. Discover how Angelo's passion for hospitality and technology led to the creation of a game-changing inventory management platform that is turning heads in the hospitality industry. Learn how Wisk AI empowers restaurant operators to streamline processes, slash costs, and boost profits, all while providing smart, actionable insights. Angelo shares an inspiring entrepreneurial journey that began with a simple yet powerful idea: transforming traditional inventory methods into a seamless, user-friendly system.Chapters:00:00:08 - Entrepreneurship and Wisk AI Interview00:12:47 - Revolutionizing Inventory Management in Hospitality00:18:05 - Building and Adapting Tech Products00:24:45 - Optimizing Restaurant Cost Management00:29:43- Streamlining Beverage and Food Inventory Management00:40:42 - Enhancing Hospitality Operations With WISKExplore the fascinating birth of Wisk and its evolution from tackling the inefficiencies of liquor inventory to mastering comprehensive food management. Angelo sheds light on the critical role of customer feedback in product development and the importance of resilience and adaptability in the competitive restaurant technology space. From the initial groundwork of building a database of bottle weights to integrating cutting-edge technology with existing systems, Wisk AI has continually adapted to meet the dynamic needs of the industry. Angelo's insights into minimizing labor and cost of goods highlight how Wisk is optimizing restaurant cost management and enhancing operational efficiency.Join us as we walk through Wisk's robust setup process, tailored to reduce losses and improve user experiences in both bar and restaurant settings. From seamless inventory scanning to advanced recipe management, Angelo explains how Wisk's customer-centric approach is redefining hospitality operations. With a steadfast commitment to exceptional customer support and a vision to automate processes for even greater value, Wisk AI is poised to become the virtual assistant every restaurateur needs. Whether you're a hospitality professional or a tech enthusiast, this episode is packed with valuable insights and strategies to elevate your business to new heights.Resources:WISK Angelo EspositoHendrick's GinThe Hospitality Leader's Roadmap: Move from Ordinary to ExtraordinaryP.S. Ready to take your restaurant to the next level? Get the Independent Restaurant Framework that's helped countless owners build thriving multi-location brands. Grab your copy at https://www.IRFbook.comHere is my calendar link so you can book time with me: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/christin-marvin-personal-calendar-r1jjarmnwPodcast Production: https://www.lconnorvoice.com/