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Ingredient Units

Overview​

Ingredient Units define how raw materials are measured across the system. Units are used both for purchasing (Purchase Unit) and for consumption in recipes (Consumption Unit).

Guide 1: How to Add a New Measurement Unit​

  1. Navigate: Go to Back Office > Menu & Recipes > Ingredients.
  2. Access Units: Click the blue Ingredient Units button at the top right.
  3. Add Unit: Click (+) ADD UNIT.
  4. Fill Details:
    • Name: Enter the unit name (e.g., "Dozen").
    • Description: (Optional) Add a short note (e.g., "12 count").
  5. Save: Click ADD.

Guide 2: How to Edit or Delete a Unit​

  1. Locate Unit: In the Ingredient Units list, find the unit you want to modify.
  2. To Edit: Click the Blue Pencil Icon, change fields, and click UPDATE.
  3. To Delete: Click the Red Trash Can Icon, confirm the deletion in the popup.

Best Practices​

  • Standardize unit names (Kg, g, L, ml, pcs) to avoid duplicate conversions.
  • Keep conversion ratios documented externally when integrating with suppliers.