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Cloud restaurant POS
The restaurant POS that runs on the tablet you already own
Floor plan, orders, kitchen tickets, multiple payment methods, receipts and closing: Qarteo’s POS runs in the browser, with no proprietary terminal or installation, and it is connected to your QR menu.
- No hardware imposed
- Connected to the QR menu and kitchen
- Real-time sales reports
Why switch
A traditional POS is expensive and locks you in
Expensive, proprietary hardware
Terminal, installed software, maintenance contract: the bill climbs before the first receipt.
Tools that don’t talk to each other
The POS on one side, the menu on the other, the kitchen on paper: everything gets re-entered, and mistakes follow.
Figures that arrive too late
To know what you sold yesterday, you wait for the accountant’s export or the month-end report.
Features
A complete POS for the dining room, counter and takeaway
Built to be fast during the rush, and clear at the end of the day.
Floor plan
Your tables and areas at a glance: free, occupied, waiting to pay.
Split payments
Cash, card, splitting the bill between guests or paying with several methods.
Receipts and kitchen tickets
Guest receipt and tickets per preparation station, on your printers.
Cash sessions and closing
Opening float, cash in and out, cash discrepancies and daily closing.
Real-time reports
Revenue, average ticket, sales by dish, by server and by payment method.
Per-employee access
Each server has their own code; you control who can void, comp or discount.
How it works
Getting started with the Qarteo POS
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1
Open the POS
On the counter tablet, computer or phone: a browser is all it takes.
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2
Draw your floor
Place your tables and areas; your menu is already there, the one from the QR menu.
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3
Take payments
Take orders, send them to the kitchen, get paid and close your day.
The guide
Choosing the right restaurant POS software
Cloud POS: how does it work?
A cloud POS is point-of-sale software you use from a browser. Your data is stored on secure servers and synced across all your devices: the counter tablet, the server’s phone, the office computer.
So you can check your sales from home, add a dish from your phone or replace a broken tablet without losing anything.
The criteria that matter for a restaurant
Restaurant POS software is not chosen like a shop till. Here is what to check before you commit.
- Table management, covers and split bills
- Kitchen tickets by station (hot, cold, bar)
- Connection with table ordering and takeaway
- Cash closing and useful reports
- Total cost: subscription, hardware, add-ons and commitment
- Your country’s tax and accounting rules
POS and QR menu in one tool
Qarteo’s main advantage is unity: the QR menu is the POS menu, orders placed from the table land straight on the floor plan, and stock updates with every sale if you turn it on. You only enter everything once.
What about regulations?
POS software rules vary by country (some, like France, require certified software). Before choosing, check the requirements for your venue with your accountant; we will gladly tell you what Qarteo covers for your situation.
Traditional or cloud POS?
| Criterion | Traditional POS | Qarteo cloud POS |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware | Dedicated terminal, often imposed | Your existing tablet, PC or phone |
| Installation | Technician, configuration | Open a browser |
| Access to figures | On site | Anywhere, in real time |
| QR menu and table ordering | Third-party add-on | Included, same menu |
| Updates | Paid or manual | Automatic and included |
Frequently asked questions
What hardware do I need for the Qarteo POS?
A recent tablet, computer or phone with a browser. You can add a receipt printer and a cash drawer if you wish.
Does the POS work with several servers?
Yes. Each team member has their own access, and all orders sync in real time across devices.
Can I split the bill between guests?
Yes, you can split the bill and take payment with several methods.
Is my sales data safe?
It is stored on secure, backed-up servers, and only you and the team members you authorise can access it.
Is the POS included in the free QR menu?
No, the POS is part of the Management plan and above. You can try it free for 14 days.
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