Plum POS: Restaurant Point of Sale Software
Plum POS helps restaurant owners manage orders, payments, and staffing. It is designed for businesses using a synchronized system of kiosks, handhelds, and kitchen displays.
At a glance
- Category
- Ecommerce
- Best for
- Fast food restaurants, Bakery owners, Bar managers, Pizzeria operators, Full-service restaurant owners
- Pricing
- Pricing starts at $60/month for the Starter Bundle (with a 2.99% + $0.12 transaction fee). A Growth Bundle is available for $199/month with zero commission on online ordering.
- Key use cases
- Tableside Ordering, Self-Service Checkout, Staffing Optimization, Multi-Location Management
- Integrations
- Payroll, Accounting, Delivery
- Official website
- plumpos.com
Plum POS is a cloud-based point of sale system designed for food service businesses, including fast-food outlets, bakeries, bars, and full-service restaurants. It provides a centralized dashboard to manage billing and operations across multiple devices and locations.
The software supports various service models through a combination of stationary terminals, self-service kiosks, and handheld devices for tableside ordering. It also includes a kitchen display system to help organize order fulfillment without relying on paper tickets.
For operational management, the platform includes tools for employee scheduling and inventory tracking. Buyers should confirm the 36-month contract term and note that hardware costs for additional terminals are separate from the monthly subscription.
Key Features
Supports order entry via POS terminals, self-service kiosks, and handheld devices.
Digital screens that show real time orders and updates to the kitchen staff.
Tracks ingredient levels, portion usage, and waste in real time.
Includes a time clock and scheduling tools that use AI forecasting to help plan staffing levels.
Allows the team to continue taking orders and processing payments when internet connectivity is lost.
Supports updates to menu boards and promotions across the system.
Use Cases
Using handheld POS devices to take orders and process contactless payments at the table.
Implementing kiosks to let guests browse menus and pay independently.
Utilizing AI-driven forecasting to help schedule employee shifts based on predicted demand.
Syncing menu changes, pricing, and sales data in real time across different restaurant branches.
Best For
Integrations
Pricing
Pricing starts at $60/month for the Starter Bundle (with a 2.99% + $0.12 transaction fee). A Growth Bundle is available for $199/month with zero commission on online ordering.
FAQ
Yes, it includes an offline mode that allows staff to continue taking orders and processing payments when the internet is down.
The initial subscription term is 36 months, and it automatically renews for successive 36-month terms unless cancelled.
Adding an additional terminal requires a $1000 one-time hardware purchase and an additional $75 per month for the subscription.
It is designed for various food service businesses, including fast food, coffee shops, bakeries, bars, and pizzerias.
Source category: Ecommerce
Source subcategory: Payment Processing
