University Cafeteria Management System

A full-stack University Cafeteria Management System with role-based features for customers, administrators, managers, cashiers, and delivery personnel.

University Cafeteria Management System

A full-stack web-based cafeteria management and food ordering system.

Developed a full-stack University Cafeteria Management System designed to simplify food ordering, cafeteria operations, inventory management, payment processing, delivery, and administrative activities. The system provides separate role-based functionalities for Customers, Admins, Managers, Cashiers, and Delivery Personnel. Customers can browse the menu, place and customize orders, view order history, save favorite orders, and provide feedback. Administrators and managers can manage food items, users, orders, inventory, staff schedules, sales, and customer feedback, while cashiers handle payments and delivery personnel manage food delivery and order status.
React Redux JavaScript Node.js Express.js MongoDB Mongoose REST API Role-Based Access

Project Overview

The University Cafeteria Management System is a full-stack web application developed to provide an efficient and centralized platform for managing university cafeteria operations. The system integrates food ordering, payment processing, inventory, delivery management, customer feedback, and administrative activities into a single platform.

The application follows a role-based architecture, allowing each type of user to access the features relevant to their responsibilities. This improves operational efficiency while providing customers with a convenient way to order food and track their orders.

User Roles & Features

Customer

  • Browse and order food items from the menu.
  • View previous orders and order history.
  • Customize food orders and specify dietary requirements.
  • Save favorite orders for future use.
  • Provide feedback and ratings for food items.

Admin

  • Add, edit, and delete food items and menus.
  • Manage user accounts and user roles.
  • View and manage orders and order history.
  • Generate sales, revenue, and feedback reports.
  • Monitor inventory and stock availability.

Manager

  • Manage staff schedules and shifts.
  • Monitor sales and revenue trends.
  • Analyze customer feedback and ratings.
  • Manage menu items, promotions, and pricing decisions.
  • Monitor food quality and cafeteria hygiene standards.

Cashier

  • Process customer orders and payments.
  • Manage cash registers and POS operations.
  • Handle refunds and returns.
  • Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the cafeteria.
  • Assist customers with questions and order-related issues.

Delivery Personnel

  • Receive and fulfill delivery orders.
  • Track order progress and update delivery status.
  • Maintain accurate delivery records and receipts.
  • Ensure timely delivery of food orders.

Key Features

  • Role-based cafeteria management system.
  • Online food browsing and ordering.
  • Food order customization and dietary preference support.
  • Customer order history and favorite orders.
  • Customer feedback and food rating system.
  • Food menu and inventory management.
  • User account and role management.
  • Order and payment management.
  • Sales, revenue, and customer feedback monitoring.
  • Staff scheduling and shift management.
  • Delivery order tracking and status updates.
  • Refund and return management.

Technology Stack

Frontend: React, Redux, JavaScript

Backend: Node.js, Express.js

Database: MongoDB, Mongoose

Architecture: Full-stack REST-based web application

Access Control: Role-based user management

System Modules

Food & Menu

Manage food items, categories, prices, availability, and menus.

Order Management

Manage customer orders, order history, customization, and delivery status.

Inventory

Monitor stock levels and food availability to support cafeteria operations.

Payment

Support order payment processing, POS operations, refunds, and transaction management.

Delivery

Manage delivery orders, progress tracking, status updates, and delivery records.

Reports & Feedback

Monitor sales, revenue, customer ratings, and feedback to support operational decisions.

GitHub Repository

The complete source code of the University Cafeteria Management System is available in the GitHub repository.