The booking software for cafeterias that makes managing demand a breeze

Plan pre-orders, manage time slots, and optimize output and seating rotation. Connect locations, POS, and ERP systems to significantly reduce food waste.

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Sunlight streams through tall windows into a company restaurant where colleagues sit down at tables with trays. A service staff member adjusts chairs and sets water jugs. The chatter is friendly, and the tables appear organized. The scene conveys calmness despite the approaching peak hours and well-structured processes.
Sunlight streams through tall windows into a company restaurant where colleagues sit down at tables with trays. A service staff member adjusts chairs and sets water jugs. The chatter is friendly, and the tables appear organized. The scene conveys calmness despite the approaching peak hours and well-structured processes.

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In a stainless steel kitchen, a chef ladles creamy soup into pre-warmed bowls. Beside him, a colleague arranges colorful bowls with grains and fresh herbs. On a side table, baskets of bread and fruit are ready. The meticulous preparation signals that many guests will soon arrive, creating a feeling of anticipation without haste.
In a stainless steel kitchen, a chef ladles creamy soup into pre-warmed bowls. Beside him, a colleague arranges colorful bowls with grains and fresh herbs. On a side table, baskets of bread and fruit are ready. The meticulous preparation signals that many guests will soon arrive, creating a feeling of anticipation without haste.

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A sunlit area showcases long cafeteria tables where one group is just getting up while the next guests wait. An employee is wiping the surface with a cloth, straightening chairs, and organizing the cutlery baskets. In the background, a corner is intentionally kept free to direct flow and facilitate transitions.

The challenge

The challenge

From Unpredictable Peaks to a Manageable Canteen

From Unpredictable Peaks to a Manageable Canteen

Without reservations and slot management, demand remains a guessing game that burdens procurement, kitchen, and distribution.

Without reservations and slot management, demand remains a guessing game that burdens procurement, kitchen, and distribution.

Overproduction drives material usage and scrap costs

When quantities cannot be planned, dishes end up in the surplus. This increases purchasing costs, undermines sustainability goals, and reduces budgets for quality.

Reduce wait times, enhance seat rotation

Without slots, guests gather at the same time. The output stalls, tables turn slower, and satisfaction decreases during peak times.

Features

Features for Canteens and Corporate Dining Services

Streamline pre-booking, capacity management, check-in, and payment into a smooth flow across all locations.

Cleverly combine pre-booking and slot management

Create clear booking pages with order deadlines, categories, and filters. Control slots and limits per person, automatically reduce peaks, and prevent no-shows with rules.

  • Waitlist fills available spots

  • Dynamic pricing directs demand

In the serving kitchen, a chef portions lasagna into evenly sized pieces, with plates of fresh salad beside them. A colleague attaches labeled cards for vegetarian and classic options at the station. The focused calm before the rush highlights precise preparation and well-coordinated processes without any hustle.

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At the counter, an employee hands a steaming dish to a person with a tray, while the next guest approaches the second window. A colleague adjusts the number plates above the stations. The movement appears fluid, friendly, and orderly, even during the lunchtime rush.

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Smooth Check-in and Pickup

Boost throughput with QR check-in, parallel distribution slots, and clear routing. Teams can see live who is in line and what is prepared.

  • Mobile scan app for distribution

  • Displays for collection windows and table status

Manage planning and kitchen processes with data-driven insights

Use live occupancy and pre-orders as a foundation for purchasing, BOMs, and shift planning. Automatically transfer requirements to ERP or BI and manage multiple locations centrally.

  • Analyze allergens, variants, and cost centers

In the preparation room, a team member sorts crates of vegetables according to recipes, with laminated ingredient list cards next to them. Nearby, a chef fills a large pan with sliced ingredients, while trays are stacked in the background. The scene depicts structured, calm kitchen work with clear actions.

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At a bright checkout, a guest places their company card next to a tray with soup, bread, and fruit. The cashier nods and hands over a small receipt while two colleagues chat behind them. The process feels friendly, efficient, and seamless.

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Manage payments, budgets, and permissions effortlessly

Accept card, wallet, or invoice and combine subsidies with employee budgets. Control access by location or department and map company models like flat rates or value vouchers.

  • SSO-like booking via Outlook and Teams

Use cases

Use Cases: Pre-ordering, slot reservation, and pickup in cafeterias

In a bright production kitchen, a chef fills steaming bowls with curry, next to labeled containers for rice and vegetables. A colleague sorts trays according to menu categories and sets the garnishes ready. The board lists today's variations. Everything seems prepared and well-organized for the lunchtime rush.

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In a bright production kitchen, a chef fills steaming bowls with curry, next to labeled containers for rice and vegetables. A colleague sorts trays according to menu categories and sets the garnishes ready. The board lists today's variations. Everything seems prepared and well-organized for the lunchtime rush.

Menu Pre-order per Location and Shift

Employees choose their meal before the order deadline. The system consolidates demands, creates bill of materials, and reduces overproduction. Ideal for company restaurants, canteens, and corporate dining services.

Midday light streams over a large cafeteria table where one group rises and the next guests are already waiting with trays. An employee wipes the surface and adjusts the chairs. In the background, an area remains open to guide guests. The scene showcases a seamless changeover without any crowdedness.

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Midday light streams over a large cafeteria table where one group rises and the next guests are already waiting with trays. An employee wipes the surface and adjusts the chairs. In the background, an area remains open to guide guests. The scene showcases a seamless changeover without any crowdedness.

Time slot and table booking in the cafeteria

Manage capacities over slots and automatically reduce them during peak times. Available spaces become visible, increasing seat rotation. Areas and groups can be selectively unlocked.

On a shelf lie brown paper bags with round stickers and times. A hand grabs a bag while new bags are being filled in the kitchen. The counter remains clear, the exchange appears calm. Despite lunchtime, no congestion occurs, everything runs smoothly.

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On a shelf lie brown paper bags with round stickers and times. A hand grabs a bag while new bags are being filled in the kitchen. The counter remains clear, the exchange appears calm. Despite lunchtime, no congestion occurs, everything runs smoothly.

Take-away and pick-up windows relieve the counter

Pre-orders with specified pickup times distinguish To-Go guests from on-site visitors. Employees collect their package at the appropriate window, ensuring a relaxed distribution process. Perfect for hybrid teams and tight breaks.

Industry Insights

How Digital Pre-Ordering is Transforming Corporate Cafeterias

Corporate catering stands between hybrid work, fluctuating demand, and high sustainability standards. Digital pre-ordering creates commitment, making purchasing and production more precise while simultaneously reducing wait times. Employees today expect mobile, simple processes instead of phone lists or Excel sheets. Transparent availability, clear time slots, and scheduled pickups increase fairness during peak times. At the same time, the desire for variety, dietary options, and allergen safety is growing. Companies manage budgets, subsidies, and permissions across locations and require reliable data for reporting and planning. Combining pre-ordering and capacity management uses demand as a signal, smooths out peaks, and conserves resources. This way, the canteen becomes a dependable anchor in the daily work routine.

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Pricing

Fair for every size.

You pay per resource

(e.g. seats or tables)

– not per user.

Starter

$0

$0

free forever

Up to 5 resources

(e.g. seats or tables)

Up to 100 bookings a month

2 services

No credit card required

Essential

$5

$5

per resource

(e.g. seats or tables)

per month

Subscriptions and memberships

Communities

Calendar sync

Custom emails and reminders

Professional

$10

$10

per resource

(e.g. seats or tables)

per month

3D map

Waitlist

Booking rules and quotas

Smart locks

Unlimited users and admins on every paid plan · Plus applicable taxes · 20% less when paid yearly

FAQ's

Everything you need to know

If you have any further questions, contact us.

When is anny the best booking software for our cafeteria?

The greatest benefit is when you want to combine pre-orders, time slots, and pick-up to smooth out peaks and reduce food waste. Multiple locations, hybrid work models, budgets or grants, and integrations into POS, ERP, or HR also speak in favor of anny.

When is anny the best booking software for our cafeteria?

The greatest benefit is when you want to combine pre-orders, time slots, and pick-up to smooth out peaks and reduce food waste. Multiple locations, hybrid work models, budgets or grants, and integrations into POS, ERP, or HR also speak in favor of anny.

At what scale does a pre-order and slot system become worthwhile?

Starting at approximately 100 to 150 meals per day is advisable, particularly if there is significant fluctuation in occupancy or noticeable bottlenecks between 11:45 AM and 12:30 PM. Once waste exceeds 10 percent or queues regularly form, structured booking and capacity management become worthwhile.

At what scale does a pre-order and slot system become worthwhile?

Starting at approximately 100 to 150 meals per day is advisable, particularly if there is significant fluctuation in occupancy or noticeable bottlenecks between 11:45 AM and 12:30 PM. Once waste exceeds 10 percent or queues regularly form, structured booking and capacity management become worthwhile.

How does anny integrate with POS, ERP, and HR systems?

Data integrates into your finance, ERP, or BI systems through automated exports, webhooks, and APIs. Cost centers, allergens, and variants can be captured in a structured manner. Near single sign-on processes via Microsoft 365 accelerate user adoption, and payments can be made directly with a card, wallet, or invoice when needed.

How does anny integrate with POS, ERP, and HR systems?

Data integrates into your finance, ERP, or BI systems through automated exports, webhooks, and APIs. Cost centers, allergens, and variants can be captured in a structured manner. Near single sign-on processes via Microsoft 365 accelerate user adoption, and payments can be made directly with a card, wallet, or invoice when needed.

How can no-shows and last-minute changes be managed?

Define cut-off times, cancellation policies, and limits per person. A waitlist fills vacated spots while allowing for grace periods. Financial incentives during off-peak times guide demand, and automated notifications keep the front-of-house and kitchen synchronized.

How can no-shows and last-minute changes be managed?

Define cut-off times, cancellation policies, and limits per person. A waitlist fills vacated spots while allowing for grace periods. Financial incentives during off-peak times guide demand, and automated notifications keep the front-of-house and kitchen synchronized.

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