Want to save on business costs while you save the environment? Waste minimisation is the way to go. We can help you work out your waste problems at no cost to members.
What in the World is a Food Waste Audit?
Waste audits are a method of measuring and recording the waste your business produces. It tracks the types and amount of waste you throw away, as well as its sources. Knowing where your waste comes from helps you better plan what your business needs, be more sustainable, and reduce overhead costs associated with storage of wasted food and disposal costs.
How Does a Waste Audit Work?
- Choose a timeframe: 1 day, 3 days, 1 week.
- Separate food waste into 4 categories: plate waste, prep waste, spoiled food, and surplus food
- Observe what you’re throwing away throughout the day.
- Weigh and record: write how much waste your business produced in each category at the end of the day.
- Plan solutions to poke out your pain points: our program managers can help you develop 2-3 quick fixes that can help you start wasting less food.
- Review to keep your business on track.
Sustainability superstars continue tracking their waste alongside their financial data, to develop win-win solutions.
BBP has developed a practical set of resources to support your food waste reduction journey. Whether you’re preparing for a food waste audit, conducting one, or helping your team make better bin choices every day, we’ve got you covered.
Download your free resources (via button below), including step-by-step audit guides, recording sheets, bin signs, and a handy cheat sheet to keep your staff on track. Simply submit your email address and we will send you an automated email with all the links to download your resources at any time.
Why Conduct a Food Waste Review with BBP?
The Better Business Partnership is committed to achieving sustainable waste management and Net Zero across our communities’ businesses. To encourage our members on their sustainable waste journey, we provide FREE food waste reviews to help you cut waste and save money.
As the New South Wales Environmental Protection Agency rolls out its statewide Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) mandates, businesses will need to implement a source separated FOGO waste collection service. BBP can help you plan your waste strategy and find a waste provider that suits the needs of your business.
Check when your business needs to comply with the mandates here: FOGO Calculator
Interested? Nominate your business below for a free waste audit. You’ll undertake a quick consultation to become a Better Business Partnership member, then dive right into planning your food waste review.
What Next?
1. Book a meeting with your local BBP Program Manager to find out more about your waste management and how we can help.
2. After the initial meeting, you’ll receive a food waste audit plan.
3. We’ll help you conduct your food waste audit over your chosen time period.
4. We’ll help you develop solutions that match your time, resources and budget.