Five Reasons Beef Fits Fast Casual More than Ever

REASONS BEEF FITS FAST CASUAL MORE THAN EVER THE #1 PROTEIN IN FOODSERVICE Beef volume in foodservice grew 1.8% or 139 million pounds, outperforming overall foodservice industry sales growth. That's enough beef to make 556 million quarter pound burgers! IT'S A CRAVE MAGNET 69% of restaurant customers say that beef is the most mouthwatering of all proteins. And it's the perfect canvas for the bold global flavors millennials are hungry for. In need of some beef inspiration? Check out hundreds of recipes & idea starters at BeefFoodservice.com IT'S WHAT'S SPECIAL 47% of consumers would be most interested in a steak special, over fish, chicken or pork special. 47% 32% 17% Looking for new ways to boost profits? Tạp into the power of steak. IT'S INSTANT MARKETING 64% 64% of patrons say that they would tell their friends about a great beef restaurant meal versus 36% for other proteins. That generates buzz for your business. 36% IT DRIVES PROFITS With an expanded portfolio of beef cuts from the Chuck and the Round (like Flat Iron Steak and Beef Country-Style Ribs), you can offer a variety of high-quality beef at a lower cost to your operation. New cutting methods provide you with cuts for every concept, portion size and price point. No wonder 47% of operators are menuing steak versus 43% in 2011. Attract patrons who yearn for new and bold dishes at moderate price points when dining out. Sources: Consumer Perceptions of Beef at Foodservice, February 2012: 2012 Usage and Volumetric Assessment of Beef in Foodservice, Technomic Inc. Presented by: Find hundreds of recipes and idea starters at.. Fast, BEEF BeefFoodservice.com Casuol. Funded by the Beel Checkoff.