Chef Loyd Von Rose Cuts Inventory Time from Hours to Minutes for over 100+ Products and Saves Big! (L’infâme Tittle Tattle)
Challenges
Goals
Before WISK, honestly, inventory was kind of a drag. We had this huge Excel sheet, we have over a hundred products in here, so it's kind of hard to just do inventories.
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Before WISK, honestly, inventory was kind of a drag. We had this huge Excel sheet, we have over a hundred products in here, so it's kind of hard to just do inventories.
The only thing I was scared about with WISK was was it worth it? Was it worth the investment?
It's very user-friendly, that's the first thing I thought. It's just this app on their phone, so they always have it in their pocket. So with Excel, it used to take us about one or two hours every week. Twice a week actually, it was not very accurate with our Excel sheet, but now it takes us like 20 minutes and we're done. So yeah, I was kind of surprised I was so user-friendly.
Since I have WISK, first of all, I don't need to do inventories anymore because I can just ask my staff to do it, which is way easier.
First, it saves me a lot of time just to try to have a bit of free time. I'm a pretty occupied man. And it saves off on labor costs, saves on product costs. Yeah, just good.
Since I have WISK, first of all, I don't need to do inventories anymore because I can just ask my staff to do it, which is way easier.
First, it saves me a lot of time just to try to have a bit of free time. I'm a pretty occupied man. And it saves off on labor costs, saves on product costs. Yeah, just good.
The Problem
Before Loyd Von Rose started using WISK at L’infâme Tittle Tattle and La Gargamelle, inventory management was a real headache. They were stuck using a huge Excel sheet to track over 100 products. As you can imagine, that made things complicated, especially when trying to keep everything accurate. Doing inventories wasn’t just a once-in-a-while task – it took one to two hours twice a week to get everything logged and counted. And, let’s be honest, Excel is far from perfect. There were frequent mistakes, like incorrect stock balances, which made it tough to really trust the numbers.
But it didn’t stop there. The business also had to deal with theft and unaccounted-for product loss. Free promos and misplaced items weren’t being tracked properly, leading to unnecessary waste and added costs. This created even more frustration and took up precious time that could have been better spent elsewhere, like connecting with patrons or focusing on the creative side of running the bar and restaurant. Simply put, the inventory process was a major drain on both time and money.
The Solution
WISK completely turned things around for L’infâme Tittle Tattle and La Gargamelle. Instead of wrestling with that cumbersome Excel sheet, Loyd and his team now rely on a simple, user-friendly app. It’s right in their pockets, making it easy for staff to do inventory on the go. What used to take hours every week now only takes about 30 minutes. That’s a huge time saver.
The new system helped Tittle Tattle and La Gargamelle eliminate issues with theft and inaccurate stock levels. Staff could now easily track product usage, check balances, and spot discrepancies quickly. As a result, there was a noticeable reduction in product loss, and the overall inventory became much more reliable. The accuracy also led to better management of product costs, helping save money in areas that were previously overlooked.
With the time saved on inventory, Loyd could focus more on what he loves: interacting with customers, refining the menu, and ensuring the restaurant’s hospitality is top-notch. Staff could take on inventory tasks with confidence, freeing up everyone to spend more time on the things that matter.
Chef Loyd Von Rose Cuts Inventory Time from Hours to Minutes for over 100+ Products and Saves Big! (L’infâme Tittle Tattle)
Loyd opens up about the challenges they faced with inventory before switching to WISK, saying, “It’s kind of hard to just do inventories.” The process was time-consuming, inaccurate, and often led to frustration. But his main concern with adopting WISK wasn’t necessarily about the software itself – it was whether it would be worth the investment. Like many restaurant owners, Loyd was cautious about spending money on new tools, especially when the existing systems, though inefficient, were still in place.
However, after using WISK, Loyd quickly realized the value it brought to his business. He explains, “Honestly, we saved a lot of money with it because there’s no more stealing. There’s no more free promos.” Before WISK, product loss due to theft and untracked promotional giveaways were a constant issue, affecting both inventory accuracy and the bottom line. With WISK, those problems were eliminated. The app made it easy to track stock levels in real-time, reducing the opportunity for theft or waste. Loyd also highlights the ability to “check the balances,” a feature that ensures they can quickly identify any discrepancies and address them before they become bigger problems.
This newfound control over inventory not only saved money but also brought much-needed clarity to the operations. The simplicity of the system helped streamline processes that once seemed like a never-ending struggle, ultimately freeing up time and resources for the things that mattered most, like improving the customer experience and focusing on the food and drink offerings. For Loyd, it was a clear win: WISK helped reduce costs, saved time, and provided the accurate, real-time insights that made inventory management feel like less of a burden.
Since I have WISK, first of all, I don't need to do inventories anymore because I can just ask my staff to do it, which is way easier.
"It used to take us about one or two hours every week. Twice a week, actually, and it wasn’t very accurate with our Excel sheet." The old system was time-consuming and prone to errors, often requiring the team to redo things or guess at the numbers. This added unnecessary stress to their already packed schedules.
Now, things are a lot more efficient. "But now it takes us like 30 minutes and we're done," Loyd says with surprise. The process is faster, smoother, and more reliable. What really stands out for Loyd is how much easier it’s become to delegate the task. "Since I have WISK, first of all, I don't need to do inventories anymore because I can just ask my staff to do it, which is way easier." The app’s simplicity means that even team members with little experience can handle inventory without much guidance. This not only saves Loyd time but also frees him up to focus on the other important parts of his business. It's a game-changer for someone who’s always juggling multiple roles.
Honestly, we saved a lot of money with it because there's no more stealing, there's no more free promos, we can check the balances. It helps a lot, just time-wise, labor cost-wise.
Loyd Von Rose
Owner, L’infâme Tittle Tattle and La Gargamelle in Montreal
For Tittle Tattle, adopting WISK was a game changer. Before implementing the software, Loyd and his team struggled with a time-consuming inventory process. Every week, they spent 4-8 hours using manual Excel sheets to track stock, which not only took away from other important tasks but also led to frequent mistakes. These inaccuracies impacted their ability to keep track of stock levels and manage finances properly.
WISK completely turned this around. What once took hours now takes just 30 minutes. The system is incredibly easy to use, so Loyd no longer has to be involved in the process himself. Instead, he can trust his staff to handle the inventory, giving him more time to focus on the business as a whole.
But the benefits go beyond just time savings. With better control over inventory, the team could spot issues like theft and untracked giveaways, which had been a big concern before. Now, they can monitor stock levels in real time, helping to prevent financial losses.
In the end, WISK helped Tittle Tattle save time, reduce labor costs, and minimize product waste. The shift to a more efficient inventory process also allowed the team to run the bar more smoothly and profitably, giving them more freedom to focus on creating great experiences for their guests.
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L’infâme Tittle Tattle
L’infâme Tittle Tattle, located in Montreal, is a speakeasy bar and gourmet bistro that transports guests to the 1920s with its vintage decor and intimate ambiance. Featuring plush leather seating, dim lighting, and antique furnishings, the venue offers a cozy and sophisticated atmosphere. The menu blends classic French cuisine with modern twists, featuring dishes like duck confit and beef tartare, complemented by craft cocktails and fine wines. Regular live jazz performances and themed nights make it a cultural hub for both locals and tourists. Ideal for romantic evenings, nights out with friends, or special celebrations, L’infâme Tittle Tattle promises an unforgettable experience.
Maurice, Assistant Manager @ Flyjin
“Before using WISK, we had hesitations due to past unsuccessful experiences with other systems. We often reverted to pen and paper, which required transferring data to Excel, making the process very time-consuming. We started scanning everything, doing the inventory, it went super well, so I was very pleasantly surprised.”
Massimo, General Manager @ Lucille’s
“It took a lot less time to get everyone on board. They were all open for it because it's an app. They could use their phone. You know, at the touch of our phones, we have everything available. We just scan the item, we go through it all in a sequence, so it's very well organized, everything's well counted, and I think it just really facilitates the time efficiency of everything.”
Loyd, Owner @ L’infâme Tittle Tattle and La Gargamelle in Montreal
Before WISK, honestly, inventory was kind of a drag. We had this huge Excel sheet, we have over a hundred products in here, so it's kind of hard to just do inventories. It used to take us about one or two hours every week. Twice a week actually, it was not very accurate with our Excel sheet, but now it takes us like 20 minutes and we're done. And I was kind of surprised it was so user-friendly.