Enabling Restaurant Module

Enabling Restaurant Module

The Restaurant Module in EquiBillBook provides comprehensive features for managing restaurant operations including table booking, KOT (Kitchen Order Ticket) management, kitchen display system, and more. This guide will walk you through enabling the Restaurant Module.

What is the Restaurant Module?

The Restaurant Module is a specialized feature set in EquiBillBook designed for restaurants, cafes, and food service businesses. It includes:

• Table Booking Management: Manage reservations and table assignments
• KOT System: Create and manage kitchen order tickets
• Kitchen Display System: Real-time order display for kitchen staff
• Floor Management: Organize tables across multiple floors
• Public Booking Portal: Allow customers to book tables online
• Restaurant Reports: Comprehensive reporting for restaurant operations

Accessing Module Settings

To enable the Restaurant Module:

1. Navigate to Settings from the main menu
2. Click on Module Settings or Module Activation
3. Look for the Restaurant Module option

Enabling the Module

Follow these steps to enable the Restaurant Module:

1. In the Module Settings page, locate the Restaurant Module section
2. Toggle the switch or checkbox to Enable the Restaurant Module
3. Click Save or Update Settings to apply the changes
4. The system will confirm that the module has been enabled

Verifying Module Activation

After enabling the module, verify that it's active:

• Check the main menu - you should see Restaurant menu options
• Access Restaurant features like Floors, Tables, Bookings, and KOT
• Verify that Restaurant settings are available in the Settings menu

Initial Setup After Activation

Once the Restaurant Module is enabled, you should:

1. Configure Restaurant Settings: Set up basic restaurant configuration
2. Set Operating Hours: Define your restaurant's operating schedule
3. Create Floors: Set up your restaurant floors
4. Create Tables: Add tables to your floors
5. Activate Features: Enable specific restaurant features you need

Module Requirements

Before enabling the Restaurant Module, ensure:

• You have appropriate user permissions to enable modules
• Your subscription plan includes Restaurant Module access (if applicable)
• You understand the features and how they integrate with your existing setup

Disabling the Module

If you need to disable the Restaurant Module:

1. Navigate back to Module Settings
2. Toggle the Restaurant Module to Disable
3. Confirm the action
4. Note: Disabling the module will hide Restaurant features but will not delete existing data

Best Practices

• Enable the module during initial setup or during low-activity periods
• Review all Restaurant features before enabling to understand capabilities
• Complete the initial setup steps in order (Settings → Floors → Tables)
• Train your staff on Restaurant Module features before going live
• Test the module with sample data before using it in production

Next Steps

After enabling the Restaurant Module:

• Configure Restaurant Settings for your business needs
• Set up Operating Hours for your restaurant
• Activate specific Restaurant Features you require
• Create Restaurant Floors to organize your space
• Set up Tables on each floor