Restaurant POS User Manual

Are you looking to purchase your first restaurant POS system? Interested in switching to a new restaurant POS? Enjoy reading online guides with informative graphics? Our Beginner’s Guide to Restaurant POS is an informative resource for all the above.

What is a restaurant Point of Sale system?

Commonly called POS, a restaurant Point of Sale system refers to the ordering and payment system used in establishments such as cafes, restaurants, pizzerias, bars, coffee shops, food trucks and bakeries. These systems can be as simple as hand written tickets with a cash register, or as advanced as iPad terminals equipped with visual menu ordering modules.

Why do I need a POS System?

Restaurant POS systems can go far beyond just taking orders and completing transactions. While those are the main features, a restaurant POS can also improve the efficiency of your operation.

An advanced restaurant Point of Sale system allows you to:
• Decrease order times with an intuitive interface.
• Delight customers by offering features such as tableside payments and emailed receipts.
• Utilize extensive reports to determine hours of operation and labor costs.
• Track sales and inventory levels hourly, daily, monthly and year over year.
• Increase table turnaround by placing POS systems at every table.

How much of this guide do I need to read?

We’ve tried to make this guide as easy to read as possible while still covering the most important topics related to restaurant POS. If you own a restaurant, or are opening your first one, we highly recommend that you read the whole guide. Every topic in this guide explains a different, yet equally important topic related to restaurant POS systems. This guide is available in PDF format if you’d like to take it on-the-go. We have also included links to other experts on the various topics that we cover throughout the guide.