# MarketMan MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > MarketMan lets you manage restaurant inventory, purchase orders, vendors, and food costs through natural conversation. It connects your data so you can check stock levels, draft orders, and analyze recipe margins without digging through manual spreadsheets or complex dashboards. ## Overview - **Category:** erp-operations - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_MuSaqS8l84QQDulkKuxq2QzxYfGOvMhuoa9B94Th/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** restaurant-management, food-cost-analysis, purchase-orders, waste-tracking, supply-chain-visibility ## Description Imagine walking into your restaurant and asking your AI what is actually on the shelves. Instead of pulling up a clunky dashboard or scrolling through a messy spreadsheet, you just get a straight answer on what is low and what needs ordering. This Connector bridges the gap between your MarketMan data and your daily operations. You can ask about specific food costs for your signature dishes or see exactly how much waste hit your bottom line last week. It takes the heavy lifting out of procurement and inventory management. By connecting this to your workflow via the Vinkius catalog, you turn your inventory data into a conversational tool. You can draft purchase orders for your regular suppliers or check if a specific ingredient is in stock before a prep shift starts. It is about getting the right info at the right time so you can focus on running the floor instead of chasing down invoices or counting crates. ## Tools ### get_count_sheets Retrieve previous inventory count sheets to see manual audit results. This helps you track variances over time. ### list_inventory List all current inventory items to see what is in stock. Use this to answer the question of what needs ordering. ### list_purchase_orders See a list of all purchase orders for tracking deliveries. It helps you keep tabs on what is coming in. ### list_vendors Get a list of all current suppliers and their order history. This keeps your vendor management organized. ### list_categories See inventory categories along with the count of items in each. This gives you a high level view of your stock. ### list_recipes Pull a full list of recipes to help with menu engineering. Use it to see your current food cost structure. ### get_waste_events View all recorded waste events to identify patterns in spoilage. This helps you find where money is being lost. ### get_restaurant_info Pull basic restaurant details like location or general info. It provides context for your specific location. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` What's our current status on the steak inventory? ``` **Response:** ``` You currently have 15 lbs of Ribeye in stock. Your par level is 20 lbs, so you are 5 lbs below your target. I can draft a purchase order for your primary meat vendor if you'd like. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Show me the food cost for the Spicy Chicken Sandwich. ``` **Response:** ``` The food cost for the Spicy Chicken Sandwich is 24.2%. This includes the chicken, signature sauce, and the brioche bun. The margin is currently 75.8% based on your latest ingredient pricing. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Have there been any big waste events today? ``` **Response:** ``` There were 3 waste events recorded today: 4 lbs of lettuce (spoilage) and 2 lbs of tomatoes (prep error). The total cost impact for today's waste is $32.40. ``` ## Capabilities ### Check real-time stock levels Get an immediate status on your inventory to prevent stockouts. ### Draft purchase orders Create new orders for vendors based on current inventory needs. ### Analyze recipe food costs See the exact margin and cost breakdown for your menu items. ### Track waste events View spoilage data to identify where you are losing money. ### Manage vendor lists Access supplier history and contact info in one place. ### Review count sheets See the results of manual inventory counts and find variances. ## Use Cases ### Preventing a sold out sign on a busy Friday A manager asks the agent what is low on protein. The agent uses list_inventory to find low ribeye stock and suggests a purchase order. ### Calculating the profit on a new burger A chef wants to know the margin on a new dish. The agent uses list_recipes to pull the ingredient costs and calculates the final food cost percentage. ### Tracking why food costs are spiking An owner asks why costs are up. The agent uses get_waste_events to show a spike in spoilage from the produce department last week. ### Getting a quick status on deliveries A manager needs to know what is coming in. The agent uses list_purchase_orders to summarize all pending shipments from the week. ## Benefits - Stop stockouts by checking real-time stock levels with list_inventory to see what needs to be ordered before you run out. - Improve margins by using list_recipes to get instant food cost analysis on your most popular menu items. - Reduce waste by calling get_waste_events to see exactly where your food is being lost and why. - Simplify procurement by using list_purchase_orders to track every delivery and invoice from your suppliers. - Organize your supply chain by using list_vendors to keep all your supplier history in one accessible place. - Identify inventory errors by using get_count_sheets to review manual counts and find variances quickly. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get to manage your entire restaurant backend through a chat interface instead of a complex ERP dashboard. 1. Connect your MarketMan account to your AI client. 2. Grant permissions for inventory, recipes, and orders. 3. Start asking questions about your stock or costs. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can I use MarketMan MCP to check my stock levels?** Yes, you can ask your AI client to list your current inventory items. It gives you a real-time look at what is on your shelves so you can stay ahead of stockouts. **How does MarketMan MCP help with food costs?** It pulls your recipe data to show you the exact cost of ingredients. This helps you see your margins instantly and make faster decisions on menu pricing. **Can I draft purchase orders with MarketMan MCP?** You can ask your agent to create a draft order based on what you need. It looks at your current stock and helps you get what you need from your vendors quickly. **Does MarketMan MCP track my kitchen waste?** Yes, it pulls your waste events so you can see exactly what is being thrown out. This makes it easier to spot patterns and reduce your overall food costs. **Is MarketMan MCP good for managing vendors?** It lets you pull your full vendor list and order history. This keeps your supplier information organized and easy to access through a simple chat. **Can I see my inventory count sheets?** You can pull up past count sheets to review manual audits. This helps you track variances and ensure your physical stock matches what is in the system. **What does MarketMan do?** MarketMan automates restaurant inventory, purchasing, and food cost management. It integrates with POS systems, accounting software, and suppliers. **Can MarketMan handle multiple suppliers for the same ingredient?** Yes, MarketMan allows you to link multiple vendors to a single ingredient, enabling you to compare prices and choose the most cost-effective supplier when generating purchase orders. **Does the integration track food waste accurately?** Absolutely. You can log waste events such as spoilage, spills, or over-portioning in MarketMan, and the AI can summarize these events to show you the exact financial impact.