Smart Canteen Food Order System

Canteen facilities in educational institutions serve as a critical support system for daily campus activities, yet they often suffer from inefficiencies caused by manual operations, unstructured workflows, and high user dependency . Traditional canteen models rely heavily on face-to-face interaction, paper-based order handling, and cash transactions, which increases service delay and operational inconsistency, especially during peak academic hours. This research proposes a Smart Canteen Food Order System that adopts a digital and process-oriented approach to streamline campus dining operations. The system is designed to improve order visibility, reduce service latency, and ensure consistent communication between users and canteen staff. By enabling advance ordering and structured order flow, the system minimizes congestion and enhances user convenience. From a management perspective, the system supports informed planning through digital records, demand awareness, and controlled operational flow. The study highlights that digital transformation of canteen services can significantly improve efficiency, transparency, and service quality while remaining adaptable to institutional requirements.