1. ensure that standardized recipes are followed 2. ensure that production sheets are followed and completed at the end of the meal service 3. base forecasting on information obtained from the production sheets 4. require that employees get approval before disposing of leftovers 5. rework or incorporate leftovers into other menu items 6. provide the proper number and types of containers to encourage proper storage of leftovers 7. ensure staff uses safe-food handling procedures when dealing with leftovers