Business Details
24 Years
experience
Professional Stock Auditing for Hospitality Businesses
Windsor Stock Auditing has been providing professional, independent stock auditing services to the licensed trade and hospitality industry since 2002. Founded by Louise Windsor, a Fellow of the Institute of Licensed Stock Auditors, we specialise in liquor and food stock takes, year-end reports, and stock valuations for businesses ranging from village pubs to large multi-bar hotels. Our team utilises advanced software from Greyeye Technology to generate detailed, computerised reports that help clients identify inefficiencies, reduce wastage, and improve gross profit margins.With expertise covering Shropshire, Staffordshire, Hereford and Worcester, Mid Wales, Warwickshire, and the Midlands, we tailor our services to meet the unique needs of each client. Our commitment to delivering actionable insights has earned us long-term partnerships with businesses seeking to enhance profitability in challenging economic climates. By combining technical precision with a client-focused approach, we ensure our audits provide both immediate value and long-term strategic benefits.
Services
Liquor Stock Takes
Food Stock Takes
Year End Reports
Stock Valuations
Computerised Audits
Cellar Management
Portion Control
Promotion Analysis
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of specialist experience in hospitality stock auditing
- Our founder is a Fellow of the Institute of Licensed Stock Auditors
- We use advanced software for accurate, real-time audit reporting
- We provide actionable insights to improve gross profit margins
- Our services cover Shropshire, Staffordshire, Hereford/Worcester, and the Midlands
Associations and certifications
- Institute of Licensed Stock Auditors (ILTSA)
What people say
Increase our percentage gross profit
Reduce wastage
More professional management culture
Invaluable assistance
Maintain profit margins
Services
Liquor Stock Takes
Our liquor stock takes provide detailed analysis of beverage inventory using advanced software to identify discrepancies between physical stock and sales records. We examine delivery notes, invoices, and till reports to generate product-specific reports highlighting surpluses or deficits. This helps clients address issues like cellar management problems, staff consumption, or security gaps that impact profitability.
Food Stock Takes
We conduct comprehensive food stock audits to assess inventory levels, purchasing costs, and portion control practices. By cross-referencing delivery notes, income figures, and menu pricing, we identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve gross profit margins. Our reports include actionable recommendations for supplier negotiations, menu optimisation, and kitchen efficiency improvements.
Year End Reports
Our year-end stock valuations provide accurate figures for financial reporting and insurance purposes. We count wet and dry stock, update product costs, and generate detailed valuations that support meaningful accounts. The process also produces barrelage reports to help negotiate discounts with suppliers, ensuring clients maximise returns during financial year closures.
Stock Valuations
We provide independent stock valuations for business purchases or sales, following industry best practices to ensure fair assessments. Our audits include random product testing, invoice verification, and meter readings to establish accurate stock values. This service protects clients during transactions by ensuring transparent valuations that reflect true business worth.
Promotion Analysis
Our promotion analysis evaluates the financial impact of marketing campaigns on profitability. We examine sales data and stock movements to determine whether promotions like happy hours deliver net gains or losses. Clients receive tailored advice on alternative customer engagement strategies that maintain margins while enhancing customer satisfaction through improved service quality.
People
Louise Windsor
Founder
Louise established Windsor Stock Auditing in 2002 and became a Fellow of the Institute of Licensed Stock Auditors. She serves on the ILTSA council and brings over two decades of specialist experience in hospitality stock management. Her expertise in using Greyeye Technology software ensures clients receive actionable insights for improving profitability.
Questions
What services do you offer for hospitality businesses?
We provide liquor and food stock takes, year-end valuations, stock valuations for business sales, and detailed profitability analysis using advanced auditing software.
How can stock audits improve my business profitability?
Regular audits identify discrepancies, reduce wastage, optimise stock levels, and highlight pricing issues to improve gross profit margins by up to 15% according to client case studies.
Which areas do you cover for on-site audits?
We cover Shropshire, Staffordshire, Hereford and Worcester, Warwickshire, West Midlands, and Mid Wales including Shrewsbury, Telford, Birmingham, and Oswestry.
How quickly do you provide audit reports?
Our computerised system generates detailed reports within 24 hours of completing on-site audits, including product-specific analysis and actionable recommendations.
What makes your stock auditing service different?
We combine ILTSA-certified expertise with Greyeye Technology software to deliver tailored insights that address both immediate issues and long-term profitability strategies.
Can you help with cellar management issues?
Yes, our liquor audits specifically identify cellar management problems like draught beer wastage, staff consumption patterns, and security vulnerabilities affecting profitability.
