How to Put Items Out of Stock

How to Put Items Out of Stock

Need to put an item out of stock? You can do that directly on Flow

foodHost Support

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August 23, 2024

As a restaurant using the foodHost platform, it's important to manage your menu effectively to ensure customer satisfaction. This guide walks you through the process of marking items as out of stock on the Flow app, ensuring your menu always reflects current availability.

Steps:

  1. Access Your Flow Account

Ensure you're logged into the Flow app using your employee credentials, which you should have received from your business owner or manager.

  1. Open the Menu

Tap the hamburger menu icon to expand the sidebar menu, then select 'Menu' to view your current item listings.

  1. Navigate to the Item

Choose the category containing the item you need to update, then find the specific item within the list.

  1. Edit Item Availability

Tap the 'Edit' button next to the item, then toggle the 'Out of Stock' switch to the desired position (on for out of stock).

  1. Save Changes

Click off the pop-up to close the editing window, then press the blue 'Confirm' button at the bottom of the screen to save your changes.

  1. Review Updates

Review your menu to ensure the item now shows as out of stock, and make further adjustments as necessary.


Congratulations, you have successfully updated the item availability in your menu on the Flow app! This ensures that your customers are informed about item availability, helping to manage expectations and maintain satisfaction. Remember, keeping your menu updated is crucial for efficient restaurant operation.

Should you need more help or encounter issues, don't hesitate to reach out to our support team.

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