The seasonal availability of food has a great impact on not only the quality of the produce available but also on cost.
The skills and experience of the chefs and the service staff.
The facilities and equipment available are capable of storing, producing and serving the required quality and quantity of meals within a specified time.
The size of the dining room and table arrangements will determine the number of covers that can be served within a service period.
The size and complexity of a menu will influence the amount of kitchen commodities required to ensure supply.