Pomegranate Hospitality's Pandemic Adaptation Case Study

This case study outlines the challenges faced by Pomegranate Hospitality during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly regarding rising ingredient costs and the need to pivot towards take-out services. The document describes how MarginEdge provided real-time cost analysis by integrating inventory data with sales from the POS system, enabling the restaurant group to monitor and control costs effectively. Amanda Quintal, the Director of Operations, shares insights into how the team adapted by creating new offerings, such as mail orders and virtual cooking classes, to supplement their income. The case study details the use of MarginEdge's recipe tool for pricing menu items and tracking costs, which has become essential for managing the fluctuating prices of ingredients. Additionally, the document discusses the importance of internal transfers for tracking recipe development costs across their two locations. Overall, it highlights Pomegranate Hospitality's resilience and strategic adaptations in response to the pandemic's challenges.