Stress-Free Bookkeeping for Restaurant & Foodservice Businesses
Accurate monthly bookkeeping, clean financial reports, and clear insights — without the overwhelm.
30-minute Call • Restaurant-focused • No Obligation
Running a restaurant is demanding — long hours, tight margins, staffing challenges, and constant decisions that impact cash flow. Too often, bookkeeping and financial reporting become another source of stress instead of a tool for clarity.
The Culinary Ledger was founded by Angie Galtier, a former Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Restaurant Operations with decades of hands-on experience leading multi-unit, multi-million-dollar restaurant and foodservice operations across the United States and Europe.
Angie doesn’t just “close the books.” She understands how restaurants actually run, from labor and food cost pressure to seasonal swings, margin volatility, and operational complexity.
That operational experience means your books aren’t just accurate, they’re useful.
Your financials are organized, reliable, and designed to support better decisions, not just compliance.
At The Culinary Ledger, we provide accurate monthly bookkeeping, clean financial reporting, and clear insights built specifically for restaurant and foodservice businesses — helping owners and managers stay in control, reduce stress, and make confident decisions.
You focus on running and growing your business. We’ll handle your books.
Built for Restaurant Owners Who Need Clarity, Not Chaos
Intuit-Certified Bookkeepers | QuickBooks Online
Angie Galtier
Founder, The Culinary Ledger
COO & VP of Restaurant Operations
Monthly Bookkeeping Services for Foodservice Operations
$300/Month
Designed for single-location restaurants or early-stage operators who want clean books and reliable monthly transaction reporting.
Essential Bookkeeping
Includes up to:
2 bank accounts + 1 credit card
100 transactions per month (combined)
Services included:
Monthly transaction categorization and reconciliations
Monthly Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet
One POS sales summary import (monthly)
Email support (2-business-day response time)
Clean, accurate books without unnecessary complexity.
Includes up to:
4 bank accounts + 2 credit cards
300 transactions per month (combined)
Services included:
Weekly transaction categorization with monthly close
Monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement
Basic restaurant KPI reporting
POS imports (up to 2 systems, monthly)
Quarterly financial review call (60 minutes)
Email and phone support (next business-day response)
Better visibility into cash flow, costs, and performance trends.
$600/Month
Ideal for growing restaurants that need more frequent categorization, expanded reporting, and periodic financial review.
Growth Bookkeeping
$1000/Month
Built for large-scale restaurants and management teams that rely on timely, detailed financial reporting to guide operational decisions.
Operations Bookkeeping
Includes up to:
6 bank accounts + 3 credit cards
600 transactions per month (combined)
Services included:
Weekly transaction categorization with monthly close
Monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow Statement
KPI package
POS imports (up to 3 systems, weekly or monthly)
Monthly financial review call (60 minutes)
Priority support (same business day)
Operational insight designed to support active decision-making.
Includes up to:
8 bank accounts + 4 credit cards
1,000 transactions per month (combined)
Services included:
Weekly transaction categorization with monthly close
Monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement
KPI package
POS imports (up to 5 systems, weekly or monthly)
Monthly financial review call (90 minutes)
Priority support (response within 4 hours, excluding weekends)
Executive-level financial clarity for complex restaurant operations.
$1800/Month
Designed for established restaurant groups, clubs, or complex foodservice operations that require higher-touch financial support and deeper reporting.
Executive Bookkeeping
Optional Add-On Services
Add-on services are available for restaurants that need support beyond their selected bookkeeping package. All add-ons are scoped separately and billed monthly or one-time, as noted.
Payroll Data Support (Non-Tax, Bookkeeping Only)
Payroll processing and tax compliance are handled by your payroll provider. We provide bookkeeping integration and administrative coordination only.
Payroll coordination & bookkeeping integration — $150 / month
Payroll report review, payroll journal entry posting, and payroll clearing account reconciliation to ensure labor costs are accurately reflected in your financials.Time-tracking / POS payroll data alignment — $150 / month
Alignment of time-clock or POS labor data with payroll summaries and financial reports.
Cleanup & Catch-Up Bookkeeping
Catch-up / cleanup bookkeeping — $400 per month of backlog
(Pricing may increase based on transaction volume and complexity.)
This pricing ensures cleanup work is not discounted and reflects the true time involved.
Additional Reporting & Insights
Custom KPI reporting — $200 / month
Location or department-level reporting — $150 / month
Budget vs. actual reporting — $300 / month
These are priced intentionally higher to reflect analysis time and reporting customization.
Systems & Integrations
Additional POS system support — $100 / month per system
POS or system setup & optimization — $400–$750 one-time, based on scope
This avoids underpricing technical setup and ongoing system maintenance.
Additional Support
Additional review or strategy call — $200 per 60-minute session
Important Note: Add-on services do not include tax preparation, tax filing, payroll tax compliance, or accounting services. Those services are handled by your payroll provider or tax professional.
Tax preparation, tax filing, payroll tax compliance, and accounting services are handled by your tax professional or payroll provider.
What Our Clients Say
“Before working with The Culinary Ledger, our numbers were always late and we were constantly second-guessing decisions. We were reactive and not proactive. Now our books are clean, on time, and easy to understand. I finally feel confident making decisions about staffing and growth.”
Restaurant Owner, Indianapolis, Indiana
“We used to dread the end of the month, our numbers were messy, and we never knew what was real. Since working with The Culinary Ledger, we finally have clean financials that actually help us make decisions, forecast expenses and follow a budget. Angie doesn’t just enter numbers, she understands our business. It’s been a game changer.”
Bistro Co-Owner, Columbus, Ohio
“I always thought bookkeeping was just compliance. Angie changed that. Now our books tell a story, and we make better decisions because of it. And the best part? I don’t feel stressed about the finances anymore.”
Chef & Restaurant Owner, Chicago, Illinois
“We finally have financial clarity instead of confusion. Angie breaks things down in a way that makes sense for us, and that helps us plan with confidence. The Culinary Ledger has become an essential partner in how we plan, budget, and make decisions across the business.”
Independent Restaurant Group, Texas
“What sets them apart is that they actually understand restaurant operations. Labor percentages, food cost swings, seasonality and nothing has to be explained. We value that they are restaurant bookkeeping experts. The reports make sense and actually help us manage the business.”
Multi-Unit Restaurant GM, Carmel, Indiana
“The Culinary Ledger team immediately understood the challenges we face with labor and food cost swings. Their reports aren’t just accurate, they’re actionable. We can finally see where we’re making money and where we’re leaking it. The Culinary Ledger is worth every dollar.”
VP of Operations, Zionsville, Indiana
“We now use financial reports and data to correctly forecast our labor and staff schedules. We track our food cost and can budget accordingly. knowing when to cut costs or revisit menu items. The Culinary Ledger has helped us stop the bleeding. ”
GM, Fine Dining Restaurant, Nashville, Tenessee
“Angie understands restaurants, not just QuickBooks.”
Food & Beverage Executive, Louisville, Kentucky
Testimonials reflect feedback from restaurant and foodservice professionals.
Your Bookkeeping Questions, Answered
What is bookkeeping, and why does it matter for my restaurant?
Bookkeeping is the process of accurately recording, organizing, and reconciling your financial transactions so you can clearly see how your restaurant is performing. Clean bookkeeping helps you understand cash flow, food and labor costs, and profitability — not just meet compliance requirements.
What makes restaurant bookkeeping different from other businesses?
Restaurants have high transaction volume, tight margins, labor complexity, and POS-driven sales data. Generic bookkeeping often misses what actually matters. We structure your books to reflect how restaurants operate, so your reports support real decisions — not just accounting rules.
No. Payroll processing and payroll tax compliance are handled by your payroll provider or CPA. We provide payroll data support only, ensuring payroll reports are properly reviewed, recorded and accurately reflected in your financials.
Do you run payroll or handle payroll taxes?
Will I still have access to my books and reports?
Yes. You retain full access to your QuickBooks Online account at all times. You can view your books and reports whenever you need to, with real-time visibility as transactions are reviewed, categorized, and maintained by our team.
That depends on your selected service package. Some clients need monthly updates, while others benefit from weekly transaction review and reporting. Every package includes a consistent month-end close.
How often are my books updated?
What if my restaurant grows or becomes more complex?
As your business grows, your bookkeeping can scale with it. If transaction volume, locations, or reporting needs increase, we’ll review your scope and recommend the appropriate package or add-ons.
Do you offer catch-up or cleanup bookkeeping?
Our primary focus is ongoing monthly bookkeeping. Catch-up or cleanup work is available when needed and is scoped and priced separately based on backlog, transaction volume, and complexity.
Services are billed on the first day of the month and at a flat monthly rate based on your selected package. Optional add-ons are billed monthly or one-time, depending on the service. Pricing is always discussed and agreed upon in advance.
How does billing work?
We review your needs, confirm scope, finalize your package, and begin onboarding. Once access is established, we take over the bookkeeping process so you can focus on running your restaurant.
What happens after the initial consultation?
Both. Our reporting is designed to be useful for owners, operators, and management teams who need clarity around performance, costs, and trends.
Is this just for owners, or can managers use the reports too?
Bookkeeping for Restaurants — Let’s Talk
Ready to gain financial clarity and reclaim your time?
Schedule a complimentary consultation to discuss your restaurant’s bookkeeping needs and determine the right level of ongoing support.