In detail
A KOT is the bridge between the customer's order and the kitchen. Traditionally, a waiter wrote the KOT on a duplicate pad — one copy to the kitchen, one for billing.
With digital QR menus, KOTs are generated automatically. The customer taps Place Order, an 80mm thermal printer in the kitchen instantly prints a clear, formatted ticket with table number, items, quantities, modifiers, and special notes.
ZaikaQR supports KOT thermal printing out of the box. The printer connects via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, and KOTs auto-print without anyone touching the dashboard.
Why it matters for your restaurant
Understanding KOT (Kitchen Order Ticket) helps you evaluate restaurant software properly, talk to your tech vendors with confidence, and make better-informed pricing and operational decisions.
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