Café waste log template
Download a simple CSV waste log for cafés with date, location, product, quantity, unit, reason, and unit cost columns — then open it in Excel or Google Sheets, or move the same habit into Anteiku.
Templates help you practise the habit. Software helps the whole team keep it. Use this file solo, or treat it as a bridge while you trial Anteiku Floor mode.
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Columns included
date (YYYY-MM-DD)locationproductquantityunit (e.g. pcs, L, kg)reason (spoilage, over-prep, drop, other)unit_cost_eurnotes
How to use this template
- 1
Download the CSV
Save the file and open it in Excel, Google Sheets, or Numbers.
- 2
List your top waste items
Start with milk, pastries, sandwiches, and prep — the SKUs that actually hit the bin.
- 3
Log during or right after service
Same-day rows beat end-of-week reconstruction. One line per discard event keeps costs honest.
- 4
Multiply quantity × unit cost
Add a column or sheet formula for line cost if you want a running total before you move to Anteiku.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same format Anteiku exports?
It is a practical starter layout aligned with how cafés think about waste. Anteiku’s product exports may include additional fields; use in-app export when you need accountant-ready period files.
Can my staff fill this on a phone?
Spreadsheets on phones are awkward mid-service. That is why Anteiku Floor mode exists — large taps, location picker, undo. Use the CSV for planning or solo sites; use Floor mode when the team logs live.
Do you sell other templates?
More templates (inventory, food-cost sheet, monthly waste report) are planned. This waste log is the Phase 1 download. Check the templates hub for updates.
Is the template free to use commercially?
Yes. Use it in your café operations. No attribution required.
Related resources
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