⬜ Item and printer Configuration in Aurest

This section covers everything related to adding, organizing, and linking menu items to printers, inventory, and modifiers, as well as bulk price updates. These settings are managed via a set of structured cards under the “Entries” menu, ensuring a professional menu and smooth POS operation.

1️⃣ Preparation Materials Card

⮞ What is it?
A card for entering core raw materials (rice, oil, meat…) to later calculate recipe cost and track inventory.

⮞ How to add:

1. Go to Entries → Preparation Materials

2. Click New

3. Enter:

   • Name

   • Unit (kg, L…)

   • Cost

   • Notes (optional)

4. Click Save

✳ These materials will be linked in the Items card to compute precise costs.

2️⃣ Categories Card

⮞ What is it?
Divides the menu into main categories (Drinks, Meals, Desserts…) to simplify organization and reporting.

⮞ How to add:

1. Go to Entries → Categories

2. Click New

3. Enter:

   • Name

   • Alternate language name (optional)

   • Notes (optional)

4. Click Save

✳ Categories become available for assignment in the Items card.

3️⃣ Item Groups Card

⮞ What is it?
Groups specific items together (e.g., “Chicken Sandwiches” or “Hot Beverages”) for display on the POS.

⮞ How to add:

1. Go to Entries → Item Groups

2. Click New

3. Enter:

   • Name

   • Display order

   • Parent category

   • Active status

   • Subgroup? (toggle)

   • Image (optional)

4. Click Save

✳ Groups appear when selecting an item in the POS.

4️⃣ Printer Card

⮞ What is it?
Defines restaurant printers (kitchen, bar…) and specifies copy counts per print job.

⮞ How to add:

1. Go to Entries → Printer Card

2. Click New

3. Enter:

   • Profile name

   • Internal printer

   • External printer

   • Additional printer (optional)

   • Number of copies

   • Notes (optional)

4. Click Save

✳ Assign these profiles to items in the Items card.

5️⃣ Items Card

⮞ What is it?
Main card for entering products that appear on the POS, with full attributes.

⮞ How to add:

1. Go to Entries → Items

2. Click New

3. Enter:

   • Item name

   • Category

   • Group

   • Material type

   • Price levels (up to 3)

   • Printer profile

   • Display order

   • Image (optional)

   • Tax included? (toggle)

   • Show on POS? (toggle)

   • Exclude from discounts? (toggle)

   • Print copies (single/multiple)

4. Click Save

⮞ Advanced settings at the bottom:

• Preparation Materials: Link to raw materials for cost calculation.

• Order options: e.g., cooking level, bread type.

• Combo: Bundle items into a single meal.

• Offers: Auto-apply free or discounted items.

• Allergen alerts: Warn about potential allergens.

• Search tags: Add synonyms for quick lookup.

6️⃣ Order Options Card

⮞ What is it?
Defines optional add-ons (extra cheese, bread…) that can be charged separately or offered free.

⮞ How to add:

1. Go to Entries → Order Options

2. Click New

3. Enter:

   • Option name

   • Linked item

   • Price

   • Active status

   • Image (optional)

4. Click Save

✳ Link Options to items within the Items card.

7️⃣ Modifing item prices Card

⮞ What is it?
Enables updating prices for multiple items at once via a comprehensive table.

⮞ How to update:

1. Go to Entries → Modifing item prices

2. Edit table fields:

   • Price 1

   • Price 2 (optional)

   • Price 3 (optional)

   • Tax included? (toggle)

3. Click Save

✳ Efficiently apply new prices across your entire menu.

✨ Purpose of Item Configuration

• Build a well-organized, professional menu.

• Link items to raw materials for accurate costing.

• Streamline item display on the POS.

• Enhance customer experience with modifiers and promotions.

• Accelerate daily menu updates and pricing management.