Restaurant Management Platform

This advanced restaurant management platform is designed to streamline operations for customers, waitstaff, and kitchen teams. Built with Node.js, React.js, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and SQL, it introduces a unique feature allowing customers to reserve tables and select dishes in advance, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Key Features

1. Role-Based Access

• Customers: Reserve tables and select dishes online.
• Waitstaff: Manage reservations and update order statuses in real-time.
• Kitchen: View and update order statuses for efficient food preparation.

2. Real-Time Synchronization

• Ensures that tables booked by waitstaff are instantly unavailable to other customers, preventing double bookings.
• Orders are dynamically updated across all interfaces, allowing seamless communication between customers, waitstaff, and kitchen staff.

3. Optimized Performance

• High-efficiency server and database management ensure smooth real-time operations and data synchronization.
• Secure handling of sensitive customer and business data through industry-standard security measures.

4. User-Friendly Interface

• Designed a user-friendly interface for all users, including customers, waitstaff, and kitchen staff, with a focus on ease of use and adaptation to various workflows in the restaurant.
• The interface was built using React.js to ensure fast and efficient interaction between system users.

5. Secure and Scalable

• Role-based access control ensures that only authorized users can access specific features.
• Secure authentication using JWT and data encryption to protect sensitive information.

Technologies Used

• Frontend: React.js, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
• Backend: Node.js, Express.js
• Database: SQL (MySQL or PostgreSQL)
• Authentication: JWT for secure user login and session management
• Real-Time Updates: WebSockets for live order and reservation updates
• Hosting: Supports cloud (AWS, Heroku) or local server deployment