Is your kitchen prepared to handle the rush?
Tip 1: Inventory is EVERYTHING!
Make sure you have enough dough, cheese, and toppings to last through the Halloween frenzy. Review last year’s sales data to estimate demand.
Prep Tip: No one likes running out of essential ingredients mid-rush!
Pro Tip: Don’t forget to stock up on your best-selling items and packaging.
Tip 2: Is your ordering system ready to handle high volume?
Consider promoting deferred orders to stagger the rush. Make sure your POS is optimized to handle multiple orders quickly and accurately to avoid bottlenecks.
Prep Tip: Early prep = fewer last-minute headaches.
Pro Tip: Speed and efficiency are key!
Tip 3: Staffing is crucial on Halloween night!
Schedule your most experienced team members to manage the rush and have a plan for extra hands on deck. Whether it’s delivery drivers or kitchen staff, having enough help will ensure smooth operations all night long.
Prep Tip: Communicate with your team NOW to confirm availability and shifts.
Pro Tip: Offer incentives for pick-up orders to lighten the load!
Tip 4: Deliveries can make or break Halloween night!
Optimize delivery routes to reduce delays and keep your drivers safe on the road. Consider using DoorDash Drive to lighten the load and cover the rush!
Prep Tip: Ensure all your delivery drivers are prepared for a busy night.
Pro Tip: DoorDash Drive can be available directly from your POS dispatch screen. No contracts, simply available whenever additional delivery drivers are needed!
Tip 5: Last-minute marketing can drive a TON of business!
Use social media, email, and SMS to remind your customers of your Halloween specials or exclusive deals. A well-timed post today could help you maximize those last-minute orders. Remember, limited-time offers create urgency, so give them something they can’t refuse!
Prep Tip: Schedule your communication so that you do not have to juggle social media posts and running a kitchen.
Pro Tip: Ask us about SpeedLine Loyalty to better streamline your customer engagement and communication.
Tip 6: A well-organized kitchen is your secret weapon on Halloween night!
Before the big day, arrange your kitchen for maximum efficiency. Set up clear stations for dough prep, toppings, and pizza assembly to avoid any slowdowns.
Prep Tip: Make sure all equipment is clean, functioning, and ready to go!
Pro Tip: Efficiency in the kitchen = faster orders out the door!
Tip 7: Always have a Plan B!
Things can go wrong on Halloween—an oven might break down, or a delivery service could be overwhelmed. Have backup plans in place for critical areas like delivery, extra ingredients, and equipment maintenance. Being prepared for the unexpected will keep your team calm and your customers happy!
Prep Tip: Plan for the unexpected and chances are nothing will go wrong!
Pro Tip: Customers will appreciate honest and early communication - let them know early if something goes awry.
Tip 8: Halloween night! Be ready to serve up some spooky fun.
Focus on teamwork, communication, and keeping the vibe positive in your pizzeria. If you’ve followed all the prep tips, you’ll be in great shape to handle the madness!
Wishing all our pizzerias a smooth and successful Halloween night.
You’ve got this!
Best regards,
The SpeedLine Team
