3 Tips For Dominating Your Off-Property Dining
We’ve all been impacted by COVID-19 closures but with the latest Sacramento, Placer, and Yolo county mandates, restaurants are able to operate and stay open (without indoor dining). As Sacramento comes together to work our way out of this economic trouble, restaurant owners are turning to some really innovative ideas to increase business. Off-property service does sound simple when you first think about it but make sure to consider all factors before opening for other service options so you can fully maximize your profit potential.
Here are our top 3 tips for maximizing revenue and customer retention during these COVID-19 times.
Start Offering Online Ordering
Even before the pandemic hit, restaurants were starting to embrace online ordering. But if you’re restaurant isn’t equipped with the right POS system, it can be hard to figure out how to do online ordering and embrace this change.
Our system helps you provide a premium guest experience that seamlessly integrates with your website and point-of-sale system. Check out our customer Tapa The World - their website has buttons for online ordering which takes you directly to their system for online orders. The process is smooth and simple for your customer!
Embrace Take-Out & Pick-Up
Not every restaurant has a curb for curbside pick-up, but the city of Sacramento and surrounding areas are being as accomodating as possible for restaurants to offer take out. As consumer expectations call for socially distant solutions for picking up their orders, you’ll want to consider offering take-out meals and make sure you have the resources necessary to facilitate easy and safe pick-ups.
Reconsider Your Menu
If you’re seeing lower order volume and working with a leaner staff, you’ll want to consider your menu options for off-property dining. Streamline your menu options to maximize your resources and profits. Here are some questions to consider as you review your menu:
What is the shelf life for the dish’s ingredients?
Does it travel well?
How often is this dish ordering during ‘normal’ times?
How long does it take to prepare?
Focusing on menu items that are easily packable, portable, and hold their heat is key to your restaurant’s take-out success.
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