Our Services
At The Food Bookkeeper, we understand that every restaurant operates differently. That’s why we tailor our services to fit your specific needs whether you want us to handle everything or just support your existing systems.
Each client has unique operational and reporting needs. We work with you to determine what will help you manage your restaurant better on a weekly and monthly basis. And if financial reports feel overwhelming, don’t worry, we’ll walk you through them step by step so you can feel confident in your numbers.
Monthly Bookkeeping
Running a restaurant is tough enough, you shouldn’t have to worry about keeping your books accurate and up to date. We specialize in outsourced restaurant bookkeeping that helps you stay on top of sales, expenses, vendor payments, and profits.
- Accurate recording of daily sales and deposits
- Vendor bill entry and payment tracking
- Monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
- Clear financial reports designed for restaurants
Clean Up Services
If your books are behind or messy, we’ll bring everything back on track. Whether it’s months or years of catch-up, we give you a fresh, reliable financial picture to help you make informed decisions.
- Organized and reconciled past records
- Correction of errors and inconsistencies
- Updated reports for a clean starting point
- Guidance to keep your books accurate
Accounts Payable
Stay on top of vendor payments with a streamlined process built for your restaurant. We ensure accuracy, timeliness, and peace of mind so you can maintain great vendor relationships.
- Bill entry and expense tracking
- Vendor payment scheduling
- Approval workflows customized to your team
- On-time, accurate payments
Payroll Processing
Paying your team correctly and on time is critical. We handle payroll with accuracy so you can focus on your staff and guests without worrying about compliance or errors.
- Tip and hourly wage calculations
- Overtime and compliance tracking
- Automated payroll processing
- On-time payments every period
Sales Tax Payable
Sales tax can be confusing and costly if done wrong. We handle the process from start to finish, ensuring accuracy and total compliance with state requirements.
- Accurate sales tax calculation and reporting
- On-time filing with state agencies
- Tracking of deadlines to avoid penalties
- Peace of mind that taxes are handled
Annual Report Filing
Don’t miss your state filing deadlines. We handle annual reports so you stay compliant and avoid fines, letting you focus on the daily operations of your kitchen.
- Preparation of annual report filings
- Submission to your state on time
- Guidance on compliance requirements
- Hassle-free filing process
CPA Services
Through our CPA partners, we offer complete tax preparation and advisory services for restaurants. From filing to planning, we’ve got your restaurant covered year-round.
- Year-end tax return preparation
- Strategic tax planning to maximize savings
- Compliance with federal and state requirements
- Access to expert CPA guidance
Fractional CFO Packages
Not ready for a full-time CFO? We provide financial leadership at a fraction of the cost, helping you understand and use your numbers to grow your restaurant business.
- Budgeting and forecasting for restaurants
- Cash flow monitoring and planning
- Strategic financial guidance for profitability
- Walkthroughs of reports for full understanding
Hear What Our Clients Have to Say
In case you’re wondering what it’s like to work with us, here’s what a few fellow restaurant owners had to say.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most general bookkeepers don’t understand things like tips, food costs, delivery app fees, or liquor sales tax. You’ll get financials that make sense for your restaurant, not just generic numbers in QuickBooks.
You can, but it usually ends up costing you more. When you’re juggling payroll, food orders, and staff, bookkeeping gets pushed to the back burner. That means missed tax deadlines, hidden leaks, and stress at year-end. When you let us handle the books, you’ll save time and avoid costly mistakes.
Your pricing depends on your restaurant’s size, sales volume, and how complex your books are.
Yes and that’s what makes us different. We serve restaurants, bars, bakeries, coffee shops, and food trucks. Because we focus only on food & beverage, you’ll get advice and financial clarity from people who already know your industry.
We use QuickBooks Online, the industry standard for restaurants. If you’re not already on QuickBooks, we’ll set you up and customize it for your business including integrations with POS systems and payroll providers.
No problem. You’ll get a cleanup plan to bring everything current, and then we’ll put systems in place to keep you on track each month. Many clients come to us months (or even years) behind, we know how to fix it fast.
Yes. You’ll have everything under one roof: bookkeeping, payroll, and sales tax filings. That way, you don’t have to juggle multiple providers or worry about compliance.
Great! We love working alongside your CPA. You’ll get clean financials every month, which makes your accountant’s job easier and usually saves you money on year-end tax prep.
Absolutely. Bookkeeping isn’t just about compliance, it’s about helping you run a better restaurant. You’ll get reports that actually mean something, and we can walk you through your numbers so you can make smarter decisions.
It’s simple. Schedule a free call with us, and we’ll talk about your restaurant, your goals, and what level of support makes sense for you. From there, you’ll get a proposal and timeline to get started.
We’ll start by sending over a service agreement for you to review and sign. This includes ACH details for the refundable retainer, equal to one month of service, to reserve your spot. From there, we’ll request access to your QuickBooks file and send an onboarding questionnaire to learn your current processes. Once we have access, your monthly bookkeeping officially begins!
Yes. Each month, you’ll receive your financial reports along with a calendar link to schedule a review call if you’d like to discuss your numbers.
The Food Bookkeeper provides specialized bookkeeping, tax and CFO services for restaurant owners, delivering accurate financial management and actionable insights to help businesses thrive.