The Problem With Monthly Reviews
Most venues rely on a monthly review of their P&L to understand how they performed. By the time those numbers are reviewed:
- Wage overruns have already happened.
- COGS blowouts are too late to correct.
- Opportunities to increase sales have passed.
You’re stuck reacting to what’s already gone wrong, rather than steering the business while it’s happening.
Why Weekly Coaching Changes Everything
Weekly coaching brings the PERI rhythm to life:
- Plan the week ahead with clear sales and wage targets.
- Execute by tracking numbers daily and adjusting if the week goes off track.
- Results are reviewed promptly, using the previous week’s data and the Profitability Matrix.
- Improve by identifying one action for the team to take next week.
Instead of being surprised by a bad month, you see problems in real time — and fix them before they escalate.
Coaching Chefs and Managers Weekly
Chefs and managers are busy. Without a structured rhythm, it’s easy for them to drift off track.
Weekly coaching ensures:
- Clear accountability — each week’s results are reviewed.
- Real adjustments — shifts, rosters, or specials are planned with current numbers in mind.
- Learning — small improvements compound, leading to better outcomes over time.
Why PERI Works Better Than a Monthly Report
PERI turns data into action, week after week.
A monthly review might give you numbers, but it doesn’t create habits or discipline. With weekly coaching:
- Wage blowouts are caught midweek.
- COGS issues are spotted early.
- Sales forecasts are adjusted on the fly.
You’re no longer managing in the past — you’re actively improving in the present.
Example: A Chef Who Didn’t See His Progress
One chef I worked with used to say, “I just roster the same every week.”
But when we reviewed his 8-week trend, he’d improved by around $1,000 per week. Weekly coaching had helped him fine-tune rosters and respond to quiet days without even realizing it.
The result? Real, measurable progress.
The 30-Minute Meeting That Builds Profit
Weekly coaching sessions don’t need to be long. With the right structure, a 30-minute PERI session covers:
- Last week’s results (sales, wages, COGS).
- The 8-week trend and Profitability Matrix.
- One improvement to focus on next week.
That’s it. No wasted time. Just a clear plan and accountability.
Want to See How This Works in Your Venue?
We’re currently booking Discovery Calls with venue owners and managers who want to understand how the PERI framework and Profitability Matrix can improve weekly profit.
Book Your Free Discovery Call Today
In just 15 minutes, we’ll walk through how you’re currently tracking profit — and show you how to apply the weekly rhythm that drives results.