This guide outlines the essential steps to configure the Hyper Aurest system before launching operations in your restaurant or café. The setup process is divided into three main stages: front-of-house configuration, item & menu setup, and customer & payment management. Following this sequence ensures a smooth and efficient start to operations.
1️⃣ Front-of-House Configuration
✅ Goal: Set up the service area and link it to captains, tables, and printers.
➤ Captain Card
Captains are responsible for entering orders inside the service area using the Captain App.
Navigate to ➤ Entries ➤ Captain Card.
Enter the captain's name and password.
Define the appropriate permissions (e.g., modify orders, delete items).
Add a barcode if available.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
➤ Hall Card
A hall represents a customer service area (e.g., Family Hall, Outdoor Area).
Go to ➤ Entries ➤ Hall Card.
Enter the hall name, assign captains, and select a linked printer.
Set the number of print copies per order.
➤ Table Card
Tables are defined within each hall and configured by seating capacity and order.
Go to ➤ Entries ➤ Table Card.
Add table name (e.g., T01), number of seats, and maximum capacity.
Choose the associated hall and set display order.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
2️⃣ Item & Menu Setup
✅ Goal: Build a professional menu with complete product details, modifiers, and offers.
➤ Preparation Materials
These are the raw ingredients used in preparing menu items (e.g., Cheese, Flour, Oil).
Navigate to ➤ Entries ➤ Preparation Materials.
Add the material name, unit (e.g., kg, liter), price, and family.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
➤ Categories
Categories help organize items into logical groups (e.g., Drinks, Meals, Sauces).
Go to ➤ Entries ➤ Categories.
Add the category name and optional notes.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
➤ Menus
Menus allow you to define different offerings for specific times or services (e.g., Breakfast Menu, Delivery Menu).
Go to ➤ Entries ➤ Menus.
Add the menu name, activation status, and any notes.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
➤ Item Groups
Groups are used to cluster related items under a section in the POS (e.g., Appetizers, Hot Drinks).
Navigate to ➤ Entries ➤ Item Groups.
Enter the group name, determine if it's a main or sub-group, and select a linked menu.
Set the display order and notes if needed.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
➤ Printer Card
This links the system to section-specific printers (e.g., Kitchen, Bar, Barcode).
Navigate to ➤ Entries ➤ Printer Card.
Add printer name, location (internal/external), and number of copies.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
➤ Item Card
Used to define each product that appears on the menu.
Go to ➤ Entries ➤ Items.
Add item name, group, category, linked printer, price, and item type.
Set any modifiers, display options, warnings, or combo components.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
➤ Item Modifiers
Modifiers are extras or customizations tied to items (e.g., Extra Cheese, No Onions).
Go to ➤ Entries ➤ Item Modifiers.
Add modifier name, order, and optional notes.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
➤ Offers
Create time-based or recurring discounts on items or groups.
Go to ➤ Entries ➤ Offers.
Add offer name, schedule (all day or timed), start and end dates.
Set recurrence days, include items or groups, and enter notes.
Activate the offer, then click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
3️⃣ Customer & Payment Management
✅ Goal: Register customer data, configure order channels, and enable flexible payment options.
➤ Customer Card
Stores client details, whether individuals or businesses.
Navigate to ➤ Entries ➤ Customer Card.
Add customer name, email, phone, address type, and address.
Enter tax and commercial registration numbers if applicable.
Add a call token for queue management (optional).
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
➤ Payment Methods Card
Defines the payment types accepted in the system (e.g., Cash, Card, Digital Wallet).
Go to ➤ Entries ➤ Payment Methods Card
Add payment name and type (cash, electronic, credit).
Set currency conversion if needed.
Mark it as "Default" or enable for reservations.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
➤ Delivery Apps Card
Used to define third-party delivery partners (e.g., Talabat, Jahez, Careem).
Navigate to ➤ Entries ➤ Delivery Apps Card.
Add company name, commission percentage, and optional notes.
Click ✔️ "Add New After Saving".
✨ Final Outcome:
○ Fully ready to receive dine-in and delivery orders.
○ Organized and professional menu reflecting the full product range.
○ Clear control over tables, printers, and captain roles.
○ Flexible setup for item options, combos, and promotions.
○ Integrated payment and order tracking for smoother operations.