For busy kitchen operators to view orders and mark status quickly and accurately

Square’s KDS allows busy restaurants with complex kitchen operations to view orders, mark status, and prepare food quickly and accurately, from one place. Whether you are a single-location or a multi-location brand, Squares KDS delivers the sophisticated technology you need with the simplicity every restaurateur craves.

With Square’s KDS, you can:

- Run your kitchen more efficiently in hot, greasy, busy, loud environments

- Display order tickets on a single screen, so your prep and expo lines can prepare for orders quickly, accurately, and efficiently.

- Organize your tickets with a custom layout based on how your kitchen operates

- Streamline communication between the kitchen and front-of-house so customers and partners always know when an order is ready

Features Include:

- Show prep and expediters easy-to-digest, fast-to-scan order format

- Organize dine-in and takeout orders in one place, without work

- Pull in orders — automatically — from third-party marketplaces

- Mark items or orders as “Complete” with a fast tap

- Automatically text diners when pickup orders are marked as complete from the screen

- See item priority based on time delays you decide on (i.e. ticket turns yellow once live for 5 minutes, and then red after 10 minutes)

- Report on kitchen speed in real-time from anywhere (great for managers)

- See # of tickets and average completion time by device

- Drill into any shift for locations and devices

- Quickly filter your order list by open versus completed tickets

- Edit ticket size and # tickets that show per page

- Recall tickets by full order or by individual item within an order

Restaurants choose Square’s KDS for its durability, simple user interface, different screen size options, affordability, and reliable connection.

Square Android KDS is compatible on the following devices:

- Microtouch 22”

- Microtouch 15”

- Elo 22”

- Elo 15”

- Samsung Galaxy Tab

- Lenovo M10

Note: If you choose to use the Square KDS app on a device not listed above, we cannot guarantee the quality of how Square KDS will appear on your device.

This product is best fit for restaurants with on-premise and/or online ordering and who require a digital kitchen display system (KDS) in their kitchen. Restaurants can choose to have multiple different KDS systems in their kitchen, splitting out prep stations by menu item or order source. Operators also have control over how their orders display on the screen — tailoring the appearance to their business and staff needs from easy-to-use dashboard settings.

Learn more about Android KDS here: https://squareup.com/help/article/7924-beta-kds-android

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Last updated on Jun 30, 2024

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Introduction

Square KDS (Kitchen Display System) is a cloud-based kitchen management software designed to streamline operations and enhance communication within restaurant kitchens. It provides real-time visibility into orders, allowing kitchen staff to efficiently prepare and track food items.

Key Features

* Order Management: Square KDS seamlessly integrates with POS systems, automatically receiving and displaying orders in the kitchen. It allows for easy order modification, voiding, and splitting.

* Ticket Tracking: Each order is represented as a ticket, which moves through the kitchen as it progresses. Kitchen staff can view ticket status, such as "In Progress," "Ready," or "Completed."

* Expediting: Square KDS facilitates expediting by displaying the order of tickets and providing a countdown timer for each item. This helps ensure timely and accurate food delivery.

* Inventory Management: The system allows for basic inventory tracking, enabling kitchen staff to monitor ingredient levels and prevent stockouts.

* Communication: Square KDS provides a communication platform for kitchen staff, allowing them to send messages and notifications within the system.

Benefits

* Improved Efficiency: Streamlines kitchen operations by reducing manual processes and providing real-time order visibility.

* Enhanced Communication: Facilitates seamless communication between the kitchen and other departments, reducing errors and improving coordination.

* Reduced Wait Times: Enables efficient expediting, leading to faster order fulfillment and reduced customer wait times.

* Increased Accuracy: Automates order management, eliminating human errors and ensuring accurate food preparation.

* Improved Inventory Management: Provides visibility into ingredient levels, helping prevent shortages and optimize inventory levels.

Customization and Integration

Square KDS offers customization options to tailor it to specific kitchen layouts and workflows. It integrates seamlessly with various POS systems, payment processors, and delivery platforms.

Pricing and Availability

Square KDS is available in three pricing tiers:

* Basic: Free for restaurants with less than $1,000 in monthly revenue.

* Plus: $20 per month per device.

* Premium: $40 per month per device, with advanced features such as inventory management and reporting.

Conclusion

Square KDS is a powerful kitchen management system that empowers restaurants to improve efficiency, enhance communication, and deliver exceptional customer service. Its user-friendly interface, real-time order visibility, and customization options make it an ideal solution for restaurants of all sizes and types.