How to view Recipes in the app
Last Updated: February 3, 2025
About Recipes in the app
Having access to your recipes directly on your mobile device or tablet through the app can significantly enhance both efficiency and consistency in the kitchen.
No more flipping through paper recipe binders or relying on memory—staff can instantly pull up accurate, standardised recipes whenever they need them, ensuring every dish is prepared to the same high standard every time.
This convenience speeds up prep time and reduces errors, helping your kitchen run smoother during busy service periods. Additionally, quick access update recipes means any changes are reflected in real-time, keeping everyone on the same page, minimising waste and maximising profits.
Download the app
To download, simply search for “Cooking the Books” in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store or click the links below.
Accessing Recipes
Begin by tapping the 3 lines in the top left corner to open the navigation menu:
From there, tap Recipes, and you’ll instantly have access to your allocated recipes.
Please note: The ability to view and edit Recipes depend on your user authorities. Users with read-only access can see Recipes but cannot make changes.
User authorities help ensure everyone in the team gets access to the right information while maintaining consistency and accuracy. Updating user authorities can be done on the website by following the steps in the Modifying User Authorities guide!
To find a Recipe, you can either enter the Recipe name in the Search bar or tap on a folder to expand it and browse through all available recipes:
From there, just tap the specific recipe you want to open.
You can view or, if you have the right permissions, make edits as needed.
Recipe cards are broken down into 3 sections, Details, Ingredients and Costing. Simply tap between each section at the bottom of the screen to easily find the information you are after.
Details
The Details section of the Recipe provides all the essential information you need to prepare the dish correctly. You can easily navigate between the Recipe Detail, Cooking Method, and Handy Hints by tapping on the corresponding tabs at the top of the screen.
Recipe Detail
The Recipe Detail tab includes the Recipe name and an image of the finished product, helping to maintain consistency in presentation across your team:
Cooking Method
The Cooking Method tab can be used to include details for cooking instructions and step-by-step preparation instructions:
Handy Hints
The Handy Hints tab can be used for useful tips and tricks to enhance your dish that don't quite fit within the cooking method:
Ingredients
The Ingredients section is where you’ll find everything required to bring your recipe to life. This section is divided into two tabs; Ingredients from Stock and Ingredients from Recipes.
Ingredients from Stock
Ingredients from Stock lists all the stock items used in the recipe, along with their quantities and costs.
This gives you a clear breakdown of what’s needed and helps in accurately calculating the cost of producing the dish.
Ingredients from Recipes
Ingredients from Recipes shows any sub recipes or components that are part of the main recipe.
For example, if a recipe calls for a specific sauce or dough that has its own recipe, it will be listed here. You can easily view these sub recipes by tapping on their names in the left column.
Costing
Costing
The Costing section is where you’ll get a detailed breakdown of how your dish is performing financially.
Here, you’ll find key metrics such as Revenue, Food Cost, and an option to include Labour Costs, giving you a complete picture of your dish’s profitability.
Desired Selling Price
The Desired Selling Price feature is especially useful, as it helps you experiment with different pricing strategies.
By adjusting the Food Cost%, you can instantly see how it affects your selling price, ensuring you meet your target margins while staying competitive. This section is designed to help you fine-tune your pricing and maximize profitability without compromising on quality.
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