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# End and Start of Day Procedures

### Introduction

Managing your restaurant efficiently requires a structured end-of-day (EOD) and start-of-day process. The Point of Purchase (POP) system provided by eatOS incorporates intuitive features to streamline these procedures. This article explores the EOD and start-of-day routines using the eatOS system based on the provided images.

### Table of Contents

[End-of-Day Procedures](#3-end-of-day-procedures)
[Running START End-of-Day Tasks](#3-running-start-end-of-day-tasks)
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### End-of-Day Procedures

**Setting Up End-of-Day Reminders**

The first step in the EOD process is configuring reminders to ensure essential tasks are completed.

**Key Features**

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_rnwd8b.png)

* **End-of-Day Reminder** Toggle: Activates or deactivates EOD reminders.
* **Reminder Time:** Set a specific time to receive EOD reminders.
* **EOD Device:** Select the device that will display the EOD reminder.

**Automatic End-of-Day Tasks**

Next, configure automatic tasks that the system will perform at the end of the day.

**Key Features**

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_1druv60.png)

* **End-of-Day Tasks Toggle:** Turns on/off EOD automated tasks.
* **Run Tasks At:** Schedule a specific time to run automated tasks.

**Individual Task Toggles**

* **Clock Out Employees:** Automatically clock out all employees.
* **Close Drawer:** Secure the cash drawer.
* **Print EOD Receipt Report:** Generate a receipt report summarizing the day’s transactions.
* **Print Employee Data on Sale Summary Receipt:** Include employee data in the sales summary.
* **Close Paid Orders:** Finalize all paid orders.
* **Cancel Unpaid Tickets:** Void any unpaid tickets.

**Daily Operations Reports**

Set up daily operations reports to keep relevant personnel informed about the day’s activities.

**Key Features**

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_wejvk3.png)

**Reports Recipients:** Select employees who will receive the daily operations reports.
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### Running START End-of-Day Tasks

 
Once all the configurations are set, the system will prompt the end-of-day tasks to be run.


**Key Metrics:**

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_1f7nzmc.png)

* **Total Number of Labor Hours:** Displays total employee hours worked.
* **Total Number of Orders Today:** Shows total orders completed.
* **Today’s Sales:** Summarizes the total sales for the day.


**Tasks to Complete Before Closing**

Ensure all necessary tasks are completed before officially closing the restaurant for the day.

**Key Tasks:**

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_vmx9gx.png)

* **Unpaid Checks:** Verify that all checks are settled.
* **Open Checks:** Ensure there are no remaining open checks.
* **Clock-In Employees:** Check for any employees still clocked in.
* **Cash Register Activity:** Confirm that all cash register activities are finalized.

**Closing the Restaurant**

![](https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/74260be74e639800/image_131h17s.png)

After completing the checklist, click on the **Close Restaurant** button to finalize the end-of-day procedure.

**Conclusion**

The eatOS POP system offers a comprehensive solution to manage end-of-day and start-of-day procedures efficiently. By leveraging automated tasks, reminders, and daily reports, you can ensure your restaurant runs smoothly, enhancing overall productivity and reducing errors.