In this episode of The Restaurant Technology Guides podcast, host Jeremy Julian speaks with the founders of Kids Menu, Herman and Chrissy, to discuss their innovative platform aimed at transforming the children’s dining experience. Kids Menu provides restaurants with customizable, entertaining, and on-demand kids menus that capture children's interest, allowing families to have a more pleasant dining experience. They delve into the ease of use of their platform, which is inspired by tools like Canva, and discuss the business impact of engaging kids menus on restaurant revenue. The founders also share their long-term vision, including gamification, loyalty programs, and enhanced community connectivity. This episode offers valuable insights for restaurant operators seeking to enhance family dining experiences.

00:00 Kids Menu

00:52 Introduction and Welcome

01:17 Meet the Founders: Background and Experience

02:12 Introducing KidsMenus.com

04:02 The Problem with Traditional Kids Menus

04:26 How KidsMenus.com Solves the Problem

11:47 Ease of Use and Quick Setup

18:15 Affordability and Market Research

20:44 Impact on Business and Customer Stories

28:44 Legal Risks and Brand Integrity

33:19 Future Vision and Roadmap

35:24 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Restaurant Technology Guides podcast, host Jeremy Julian interviews Kat Claypool from Wisetail, a leader in learning management systems for the restaurant industry. Kat discusses her career journey and the pivotal role Wisetail plays in improving restaurant operations through its employee enablement platform. The conversation covers Wisetail’s comprehensive tools, including learning management systems, operational checklist tools, and newly integrated content management systems resulting from their acquisition of Player Link. Emphasizing the importance of micro-training and tailored solutions for frontline workers, they explore how Wisetail aids in consistency, retention, and data-driven decision-making. Jeremy and Kat also delve into the advantages of tech consolidation, accessibility on multiple device platforms, and the impact of AI in enhancing training content. This episode offers valuable insights into how Wisetail is transforming the restaurant industry's approach to employee training and operational efficiency.

00:00 Wisetail

01:15 Introduction and Welcome

01:27 Meet Kat from Wisetail

03:05 What is Wisetail?

05:06 The Importance of Micro Training

09:16 Hybrid Training and Real-Time Support

26:09 Tech Consolidation and Operational Efficiency

30:35 Conclusion and Contact Information