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A good menu does more than list food options, it's a powerful tool for any restaurant. It sets the mood, showcases your best items, and can even boost sales. However, crafting the perfect menu can be tricky. That's where FeedMe comes in. With its easy setup, FeedMe helps merchants create effective menus without the fuss. The result? Happier customers, smoother operations, and better business. So, follow our step-by-step guide and kick-start your journey to creating the perfect menu. User Guide Outline: -Steps to FeedMe Menu Page -Introduction of FeedMe Menu Interface -Catalog: -Introduction of Catalog Interface -Steps to Setup Menu -Steps to Setup Catalog -Steps to Create Scheduler -Steps to Create Variant -Steps to Create Unit -Steps to Create Ingredient -Steps to Create Recipe -Steps to Create Cooking Guide -Steps to Create Department -Publish Steps to FeedMe Menu Page Log into FeedMe Portal Click the "1. Main Menu Icon" on the portal top left-hand side, and click "2. Menu". Introduction of FeedMe Menu Interface 1-Catalog: Design the main menu. 2-Scheduler: Set menu availability, e.g., breakfast from 10am-12pm. 3-Variant: Define dish variations, like sizes. 4-Recipe: Detail dish recipes. 5-Ingredient: Add ingredients. 6-Unit: Specify units, e.g., grams, liters. 7-Cooking Guide: List cooking steps for the KDS. 8-Print: Manage printing by department, e.g., items for the kitchen will reflect accordingly. 9-Publish: Confirm and update changes in the POS System. Catalog Introduction of Catalog Interface 1-Main: Central area for setting up menus, encompassing all items from various catalogs. 2-Product: Configure menu categories, including name, description, price, etc. 3-Group: Manage add-ons. 4-Takeaway: Oversee takeaway item settings. 5-Setting: Adjust settings for each catalog. 6-New Category Button: Add new categories. 7-Category Sequence Area: Organize the order of categories. 8-New Product Button: Introduce new products and set up their details. 9-Catalog Addition Area: Space to incorporate new catalogs. Steps to Setup Menu Go to Catalog - Main - Click "New Product" Button General Section: 1-Input the item code (e.g., A01). 2-Provide the dish name. 3-Upload the dish photo. 4-Choose the category for the dish. 5-Determine if the dish is available exclusively on POS or universally. 6-Detail the story and ingredients of the dish. Price Section: 1-Tick to allow restaurant staff to modify the price in the POS System. 2-Tick if the dish is sold by unit (e.g., seafood sold by gram). 3-Enter the selling price. 4-Set 0% for those item exempted from SST (eg: Merchandise Product); For general dishes, select 6% SST. Variant Combination Section: Set up dish variants, such as size options (large or small). Group: Add "add-on" options for dishes, e.g: an extra shot for coffee. Inventory: Link dish to its recipe or ingredients for inventory tracking. For example "Cookie with Dark Chocolate," select the cookie recipe specifically created for it, and then choose the dark chocolate ingredient. Takeaway Section: If charging for takeaway cutlery, create the charge option and select it from here. Print Department Section: Manage printing by department. For example, items for the kitchen will reflect accordingly. Steps to Create Scheduler Display dishes based on availability times, e.g., Breakfast dishes are available from 10am-12pm. 1-Enter the name. 2-Repeat: Choose either repeat daily or weekly. 3-Select active period: All day or custom time only. 4-Set the specific custom period. 5-Link the dishes available in the schedule. 6-Click "Create"/ "Update" Button. Steps to Create Variant Set up variants for a dish, like size, sugar content, and ice amount. 1-Input the variant name, such as "Size." 2-Select options, for instance, "Large" or "Small." 3-Click "Create"/ "Update" Button. Steps to Create Unit 1-Insert unit full name. 2-Insert unit symbol. Steps to Create Ingredients 1-Input the ingredient code. 2-Provide the ingredient name. 3-Select the unit for the ingredient. 4-Recipes and ingredients convert to indicated unit. 5-Associate the new ingredient with its corresponding recipe. 6-Associate the new ingredient with its corresponding ingredients. Steps to Create Recipe 1-Enter the recipe name. 2-If parts of the recipe match another dish, link it to the new recipe. 3-Add any additional ingredients not found in the linked recipe. 4-Click "Create"/ "Update" Button. Steps to Create Cooking Guide 1-Insert variables 2-Add instruction Steps to Create Department 1-Enter the department name. 2-Assign products to be printed for that specific department. Steps to Publish Confirm and update all changes. By following the steps in this guide, you've laid the foundation for a seamless menu setup in our system. Remember, a well-organized menu can elevate the dining experience for your customers. For additional insights on enhancing your brand and menu appeal, check out our article on Enhancing Your Brand and Making Your Digital Menu Attractive with FeedMe Smart POS System. Your continued success is our priority.
In today's highly competitive restaurant industry, finding ways to stand out from the crowd can be challenging. With FeedMe, an innovative AI Sales and Recommendation feature designed to revolutionize the way restaurants operate, significantly boosting revenues and enriching the customer experience. The Power of Artificial Intelligence in the Restaurant Industry Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a game-changer in numerous sectors, and the restaurant industry is no exception. In a sector where personalization and customer satisfaction are paramount, AI's ability to analyze patterns, make predictions, and offer intelligent recommendations can significantly increase sales while ensuring the customer feels valued and understood. FeedMe: Changing the Game with AI FeedMe harnesses the power of AI to drive restaurant sales and enhance customer experience. By analyzing customer behavior, preferences, and ordering patterns, FeedMe provides meal recommendations, leading to increased order values and improved customer satisfaction. Here's a deeper look at how FeedMe can supercharge your restaurant's revenue: 1. Optimized Menus FeedMe's AI analyzes sales data to identify the most popular dishes and combinations, helping you optimize your menu for maximum profitability. This data-driven approach to menu planning ensures your offerings always resonate with your customer base, leading to increased sales and customer satisfaction. 2. Streamlined Operations By predicting demand trends, FeedMe helps restaurants better manage inventory, reducing waste and improving efficiency. This streamlined operation not only reduces costs but also ensures that customer favorites are always in stock, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business. 3. Actionable Data Insights One of the most transformative advantages of using FeedMe is to collate, analyze, and present meaningful data insights. As every restaurant owner knows, understanding your customers and their preferences is key to success. In a fiercely competitive restaurant industry, leveraging AI tools can make the difference between merely surviving and thriving. By providing personalized recommendations, optimizing menus based on data, streamlining operations, and enhancing the overall customer experience, FeedMe offers a comprehensive solution to supercharge your restaurant's revenue. Investing in POS System is not just about boosting sales & streamline restaurant operations, it's about enriching the customer experience, fostering brand loyalty, and securing your restaurant's future in an increasingly digital world. FeedMe is not just a POS System, it's a strategic partner in your restaurant's success story. Stay ahead of the curve, embrace the power of AI, and let FeedMe guide your restaurant to new heights of success!
Rising food costs, inventory management, customer satisfaction, and profitability – juggling these elements can often seem like a daunting task. But what if we told you there's a tool that can seamlessly integrate and simplify these processes? FeedMe Smart POS System is a state-of-the-art solution designed specifically for restaurants, packed with features to streamline your operations and enhance profitability. One of our flagship features is the FeedMe Inventory, a comprehensive inventory management system that significantly contributes to controlling food costs. Here's how the FeedMe Inventory can revolutionize your restaurant operations. Up-to-date Menu Pricing The FeedMe Smart POS System provides you the convenience of instantaneously updating your menu prices. We understand that food costs fluctuate, and our system allows you to adjust your prices accordingly, keeping your profit margins healthy. Waste Reduction With the FeedMe Inventory, you have a real-time overview of your stock levels, helping you prevent over-ordering and over-preparation, two major culprits of food waste. You can even track your waste, identifying patterns that can inform your menu planning and portion control strategies. Strong Supplier Negotiations Leveraging the data from FeedMe Inventory, you can better understand your consumption patterns. This understanding places you in a stronger position when negotiating with your suppliers, helping you secure better prices. Enhanced Staff Efficiency With our user-friendly interface, your staff can quickly get up to speed with the FeedMe Smart POS System, minimizing errors in order entries and further controlling food costs. At FeedMe, our mission is to empower restaurant owners, making your job easier, more efficient, and more profitable. The FeedMe Smart POS System, with its integrated FeedMe Inventory feature, is a robust tool that promises to be your comprehensive solution for effective restaurant operations management. Join us in our journey to redefine the restaurant industry. Embrace the future of restaurant management with FeedMe, where we believe that controlling food costs and ensuring customer satisfaction are not just possible but also manageable and efficient.
In this fast-paced and ever-competitive industry of restaurants, providing exceptional customer service is paramount to the success of the business. One vital aspect of delivering a seamless and satisfying dining experience for customers is optimizing the checkout process. As technology continues to evolve, restaurants are increasingly turning to Point of Sale (POS) systems to enhance their checkout experience and the FeedMe Smart POS System can help you with that! FeedMe Smart POS System offers a comprehensive solution that goes beyond simply processing bills and payments. It also helps with streamlining operations, improves efficiency with accuracy, and ultimately enhances customer satisfaction. So, how FeedMe Smart POS system helps you optimize your checkout process? Here’s how: Fast and Accurate Order Input and Billing FeedMe Smart POS System allows customers to take orders via the QR Code Ordering System, when customers place an order from their phone, the order will directly into the POS system, with no need for manual order taking which reduces the chance of errors. The restaurant server can send the order to the kitchen with just one click on the FeedMe Smart POS System, ensuring prompt preparation and minimizing wait time. FeedMe Smart POS System helps instantly calculate the total bill, including taxes and any additional charges, ensuring accurate and consistent calculations. Besides that, FeedMe Smart POS System would also be able to apply discounts and help calculate the final discounted amount for customers during promotional campaigns or when customers would like to use vouchers given by restaurants, eliminating the need for manual calculations. Various Payment Options Nowadays, especially after the recent pandemic, restaurants have been adapting to cashless payment practices due to hygiene reasons, hence customers have also been given various cashless payment methods options such as NFC Payment (Mastercard, Visa & Apple Pay), and eWallet (DuitNow, AliPay, WeChat Pay). And guess what? FeedMe Smart POS System available for all of the mentioned payment methods based on your needs! Offering multiple payment options improves convenience for customers and speeds up the payment process. Additionally, integrated payment reduces the chances of errors during transaction processing. Additionally, FeedMe Smart POS System offers the flexibility to divide the bill and make payments using various payment methods. Boosting Staff Productivity FeedMe Smart POS System provides restaurant servers with a user-friendly interface, minimizing their time spent on managing transactions. This allows them to focus more on providing superior customer service. In a nutshell, by leveraging the capabilities of the FeedMe Smart POS System, restaurants can achieve a smooth and streamlined checkout experience for customers. The elimination of manual tasks, real-time communication, and diverse payment options, enhancing customer satisfaction, reducing wait times, and improving overall operational efficiency which would potentially result in returning customers.