MicroSale has multiple ways of setting up combos. Any way is correct; however the customer may need combos to work in a specific way.
Shifted Combos
A Shift Combo is a way to create a menu item into a combo meal after it is on the virtual check, when a customer changes their mind or does not say they want a combo before starting to order.
The cashier can touch the word “combo”, “meal”, or whatever word is chosen, and then touch the menu item on the check. It will then pull in the correct modifiers attached to the combo version of the meal.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Part 1
- Go to Shift Levels in Menu Maintenance
- Create a Shift Level, with the Key Name of “Combo”, “Meal” or any other word desired. Make sure you put an exclamation point at the end, such as Combo!
- Type in a Key Description (this word will be displayed on the button in the order screen)
- Put in the appropriate category
- The Shift Level may be 1 (one).
- Save and Exit
Part 2
- Go to Menu Items and Pricing
- Create a Menu Item Nam Example: Baconzilla
- Put in the price for the single sandwich option
- In the Shift Pricing area, put in the price for the Combo version of this menu item. DO NOT FORCE THE ITEM TO SHIFT! The Combo Shift will reference the Menu Item of Baconzilla Combo.
- Save
- Create the combo version of the menu item, such as Baconzilla Combo. Put in all appropriate sizes and modifiers. The Combo Name must identically match the single menu item name plus the shift level name, such as Baconzilla Combo.
- In the modifier area of the Menu Items and Pricing Screen, put in the sandwich modifier first (like no tomato, etc.) then put in the drink and the side. Put the first Matrix Stop at 2. This will bypass the first modifier for speed.
- Put the Combo Shift function on a butto The shift name will appear as an unassigned button in the Button Layout area.
Two operational options for the function: Touch Combo then the Baconzilla to create the combo or ring in the Baconzilla, highlight then menu item, and then touch Combo