There are many different terms used in the restaurant industry for drink dispensers, and often soda fountains and beverage dispensers, especially in the south, are simply referred to as a Coke dispenser.
Whether it really is just a Coke dispenser, only providing Coke products, or if it is colloquialism, having a self-serve Coke dispenser instead of having counter staff providing drinks is well worth considering.
By reviewing just why a self-serve Coke dispenser is an important consideration any type of fast food setting, buffet style restaurant, or cafeteria style venue the decision to add these dispenser won’t be hard to make.
Fewer Accidents at the Counter
When staff is trying to take orders, fill trays and take payments, accidents can and do happen. By not having drinks on the tray and instead giving customers the cups or glasses to move out of the counter area to get drinks of their choice these accidents are completely eliminated.
This means customers are moved through the ordering process faster. It also prevents spills right at the counter which are a concern when it comes to possible slip and fall types of accidents.
Faster Counter Service Times
When staff isn’t required to fill orders at the Coke dispenser the entire ordering process at the counter is much faster. The drive-through window will still require staff to fill the orders, but anyone coming into the restaurant will not add to the order completion time.
More Freedom for Customers
When the restaurant has a self-serve Coke dispenser customers have the freedom to choose what type of beverage they want on their own. All they need to indicate to the counter staff is the size they are ordering.
This simplifies the order process while also giving the customers complete freedom to choose their own soda or even combine flavors at the self-serve area. Ice can be provided there through a dispenser as well, which is a nice option for customers.
No Time Wasted on Refills
When customers can get up and move to the Coke dispenser to get their own refills, they are not standing in line and slowing down paying customers trying to place a first order. As time spent in line is important for customers choosing a fast food restaurant this is an important consideration for any owner or manager.
Having a self-serve Coke dispenser located away from the main order and pick-up area is a simple way to streamline any fast food, buffet or cafeteria-style service. Efficient and effective, these are a cost saving addition to any food service venue.
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