Why Food Trucks Need a Kitchen Display System (KDS) for Faster, Smarter Service

Ditch the Paper, Keep Up with the Rush

Running a food truck is fast-paced and demanding. With limited space, high order volumes, and customers expecting quick service, efficiency is everything. That’s where a Kitchen Display System (KDS) comes in.

A KDS replaces paper tickets and verbal orders with a digital screen, allowing food truck staff to manage orders in real-time, reduce mistakes, and speed up service. If you're still using printed dockets or shouting orders, it's time to upgrade.

Pretzel POS offers a KDS built for food trucks—with a single-device mode that lets you switch between POS and KDS on the same screen, making it perfect for compact setups.

Why a KDS is a Game-Changer for Food Trucks

1. No More Lost or Misread Orders

In a tight food truck kitchen, paper dockets can easily go missing or get damaged. A KDS keeps all orders visible and organised on a screen, so nothing gets lost in the chaos.

2. Faster Order Fulfilment = More Customers Served

Food trucks rely on fast turnaround times. A KDS ensures that orders are displayed clearly, allowing the kitchen team to prioritise, prep, and serve more customers without delays.

3. Reduce Errors & Improve Customer Satisfaction

Misheard or misread orders lead to wasted food and frustrated customers. With a digital KDS, orders are displayed exactly as entered, minimising mistakes and improving order accuracy.

4. Syncs with Your POS for a Seamless Workflow

A POS-connected KDS (like the one in Pretzel POS) automatically sends orders from the counter, self-service kiosk, or online ordering straight to the kitchen screen—no manual entry needed, reducing bottlenecks and confusion.

For food trucks with a single device setup, Pretzel POS allows you to seamlessly switch between POS view and KDS mode on the same tablet. This means you don’t need multiple screens—just toggle between taking orders and managing the kitchen, all from one device.

5. Space-Saving & Mobile-Friendly

Food trucks have limited space, and a KDS eliminates bulky printers and messy paper trails. Pretzel POS’s KDS works on tablets, making it an ultra-portable, space-efficient solution.

6. Perfect for Busy Events & Festivals

When you’re serving at a market, festival, or high-traffic event, handling a rush is easier with a clear, organised digital system. Your team can keep up with demand, reduce wait times, and keep customers happy.

Why Food Truck Owners Love Pretzel POS + KDS

Unlike restaurant kitchens, food trucks operate in tight spaces, often with just one or two people managing everything. That’s why Pretzel POS has designed a smart, flexible KDS solution that works seamlessly for mobile food businesses.

• No extra hardware required – Use a single tablet for both POS & KDS

• Speed up service – Orders appear instantly in the kitchen

• Perfect for small teams – Stay organised and efficient

• Offline mode – Keep running even if the internet drops

With Pretzel POS + KDS, your food truck can serve more customers, reduce errors, and keep up with demand—without the stress.

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