At Alila Hinu Bay, a Hyatt brand hotel, sustainability isn’t just a goal – it’s a core value in every aspect of their operations. With food waste being a huge problem in hospitality, Alila Hinu Bay, under the leadership of Chef Prakash Sundaram, made remarkable strides in reducing food waste. Here’s how.

The Solution: Tracking food waste with Orbisk

Alila Hinu Bay implemented the Orbi, Orbisk’s AI-driven food waste monitor. The Orbi provides detailed data on what, when, and why food waste occurs, enabling the team to make impactful changes.

Here’s how Orbisk helped Alila Hinu Bay achieve their results:

1. Identifying and Addressing Waste Patterns: The first step to solving any problem is understanding it. Orbisk’s data pinpointed waste hotspots, such as over-prepped ingredients, buffet leftovers, and oversized portions. With this insight, the kitchen team adjusted their preparation processes, resulting in a 31% reduction in food waste over three months.

2. Repurposing Ingredients Creatively: By identifying edible surplus, Alila Hinu Bay found innovative ways to repurpose food that would otherwise be discarded. For example:

• Vegetable trimmings are transformed into flavorful stocks.
• Buffet leftovers inspire special menu items or hearty soups.

This creative approach reduced waste and provided guests with unique, sustainable dishes that highlight the hotel’s commitment to sustainability.

As Chef Prakash Sundaram explains:

“By leveraging Orbisk, we’re turning data into action. Tracking food waste allows us to proactively prevent it, making our kitchen more efficient and sustainable every day.”

Measurable Impact: Transforming sustainability goals into results

Together with Orbisk’s food waste coaches, Alila Hinu Bay made massive changes. The results speak for themselves. In just three months, Alila Hinu Bay achieved:

• A 31% reduction in food waste, significantly cutting down on discarded food.
• Savings of over 1,200 kilograms of food. The same as 3000 meals!
• Prevention of 5,200 kilograms of CO2 emissions, showcasing the environmental benefits of their efforts.
• Financial savings of over €9,800, proving that sustainability and profitability go hand in hand.

These outcomes not only support Alila Hinu Bay’s sustainability goals but also enhance guest experiences by enabling the creation of innovative, waste-conscious dishes.

Why tracking food waste matters

Reducing food waste is more than just a financial decision – it’s a crucial step in combating the environmental crisis. Food waste contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, with discarded food often ending up in landfills.

By tracking food waste, businesses can:

• Reduce their environmental footprint
• Optimize operations for greater efficiency
• Improve profitability by minimizing waste-related costs

The success story of Alila Hinu Bay serves as a powerful example of what’s possible when businesses embrace sustainability.

Start your sustainability journey today

Inspired by Alila Hinu Bay’s results? Discover what Orbisk’s technology could do for your business. By tracking food waste, you can uncover actionable insights that lead to cost savings and reduced environmental impact.

Let’s create a greener, more efficient future together. Contact our team for a free demo and consultation.