Kitchen Display System (KDS)
Designed for restaurants that need seamless order management, every time. With KDS, you can centralize every order sent to your kitchen on a single screen that immediately identifies changes, meticulously follows order flow and enhances staff efficiency and communication.
Keep orders flowing, seamlessly, through your kitchen
- KDS tracks every dish’s journey from preparation to ready for collection to completion, allowing each order to flow from kitchen to table with ease.
- KDS is compatible with iOS and Android or any device that supports web-browsing.
- Oversee all order statuses on pass and delivery stations, and keep track of the preparation status so you never miss an order.
Take control of your order flow
Route every dish directly to your KDS, eliminating the need for paper tickets, printers and trips to the kitchen. Stay organised with clear, colour-coded displays that make managing dish preparation more efficient than ever.
Real-time updates for real service
Seamlessly manage last-minute changes, dietary requests, and cancellations with real-time updates on your KDS—modified orders blink to immediately alert kitchen staff, ensuring accuracy and preventing delays.
Customisable for any kitchen
Tailor your KDS to your kitchen’s needs. Create production stations with selected items sourced from dine-in, takeaway and delivery orders.
Offline mode for the moments you can’t predict
Keep things running, even if your connection drops. Lightspeed’s KDS continues to function without interruptions, ensuring your kitchen never misses a beat.
Boost productivity and enhance guest satisfaction
KDS keeps order flow sleek and organized, for efficient communication between staff, and a seamless experience for diners.
- KDS keeps communication between front and back-of-house seamless by syncing all orders from your POS in real time.
- No time wasted. KDS is efficient and easy to set up in under 5 minutes.Sleek, organised and better for your pocket
- KDS is sleek, customisable, and immediately streamlines your kitchen’s order flow.
- Rid your restaurant of paper dockets and unnecessary costs, all the while reducing your waste.
Fast and free support, whenever you need it
When you choose Lightspeed, you’re backed by our team of onboarding and support experts who are dedicated to your success
- Get off to the best start with free onboarding from a Lightspeed specialist
- Get unlimited 24/7 support
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FAQs
How does the KDS improve kitchen efficiency?
KDS enables real-time order updates, meaning orders are instantly transmitted from the POS to the kitchen. This speeds up preparation times, reduces errors, and improves overall workflow by allowing staff to see and manage orders clearly and quickly.
What is the price of the Lightspeed Kitchen Display system?
Lightspeed’s Kitchen Display System is priced at $30 USD ($40 CAD)/screen per month.
Does Lightspeed KDS integrate with our existing K-Series ePOS system?
Absolutely. Lightspeed KDS fully integrates with Lightspeed Restaurant, providing a seamless experience. Orders flow directly from the POS to the kitchen.
What types of restaurants benefit from KDS?
KDS is designed to benefit all types of restaurants—from QSR and fine dining to multi-location. Whether a kitchen has a high volume of orders or complex workflows, KDS can be tailored to meet their needs.
How does the KDS reduce errors?
KDS eliminates the need for paper tickets, which can get lost, damaged or misread. The digital display clearly shows orders, including modifications and special requests, minimising errors and ensuring accurate meal preparation. You have the flexibility to update the tickets/orders even after they are placed.
Is KDS scalable for larger restaurant groups?
Yes. KDS is designed to be scalable and works across single-location restaurants as well as large multi-location chains. This allows for consistency and control, no matter how many kitchens the customer operates.
