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Restaurant payment management

Track payments, secure revenue with deposits, prepayments and credit card guarantee, and boost reservations with gift vouchers – all in one place.

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Restaurant payment solutions

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All-in-one payment management for restaurants

Give your guests flexible and secure ways to pay – before, during, or after their meal. Whether it’s a prepaid tasting menu, a credit card guarantee, a refundable deposit, or a digital gift voucher, Zenchef empowers you to manage payments effortlessly.

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Pre-payments

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Make confident revenue predictions with pre-payments

Get pre-payments on guest bookings and tailor your refund policy, so you can reduce no-shows and improve inventory and cost predictions.

Pre-payment on guest bookings to minimize no-shows and optimize inventory management.
[15:11] Pre-payment received for tonight
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Deposit

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Secure your reservation by paying a deposit.

The deposit amount will be deducted from the final bill at the restaurant. In case of cancellation, the deposit may be refunded or retained, based on the restaurant's policy.

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Gift vouchers

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Gift Vouchers that Drive revenues and reservation

Offer online gift vouchers for a fixed value or specific experience (e.g. tasting menu). Perfect for holidays, birthdays, or corporate gifts. A proven way to bring new guests in.

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Partners

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Connection to your current operation system

Bonnie
AI call assistant
Cashpad
POS
Clyo Systems
POS
Oracle Symphony
POS
Trivec
POS
Zelty
POS
Le Petit Futé
Reservation
Astério
POS
Pay-At-Table

Give your guests the power to pay on their phone, as soon as they’re ready.

Special Experiences

Drive revenue beyond table reservations with specific experiences. Create lucrative opportunities for your busiest days and host special events.

A reservation made with a tailored experience to enhance revenue.
Click and collect

Take your unique flavor beyond your restaurant floor and into your guests’ homes. Open up your menu to takeaway and increase profit without increasing your table count.

[22:23] Table 7 paid
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Dashboard

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Stay in control of every transaction

Track every payment in one real-time dashboard: from gift vouchers to prepayments and credit card guarantees. See what’s paid, what’s pending, and how much revenue flows through each channel.

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Revenue simulation

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Estimate the revenue generated thanks to Zenchef

Discover the additional income Zenchef can bring for you.
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Serving every restaurant role

Front of House

"Zenchef is easy, time-saving and comfortable. The software opens up a world of possibilities."
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Marketing Manager

"When we started redirecting Zenchef reviews to Tripadvisor, we moved up 100 places in the rankings. Today we're 14th out of 1400 restaurants in Toulouse"
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Group Owner

"When I look at the daily statistics, I check twice, thinking there is an error. The number of digital reservations we can take monthly with Zenchef is astonishing"
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Restaurateur

"Zenchef is all about flexibility. It really meets all the expectations I had. The solution offers a very wide range of possibilities, while remaining easy to use."
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Frequently asked questions

What’s the difference between a deposit and a prepayment?

A deposit is a partial payment made at the time of reservation. It acts as a commitment and can be refundable or non-refundable based on your policy. A prepayment for restaurant means guests pay a part or the full amount of the experience upfront – ideal for set menus, experiences, or limited-capacity nights. It guarantees revenue and helps reduce last-minute cancellations.

How do deposits help reduce no-shows?

We provide Payment Management for Restaurants, that can help you reduce no-shows. Deposits create a financial commitment for the guest, which significantly lowers the chances of no-shows. Guests are less likely to cancel without notice if they risk losing their deposit. You can also configure flexible cancellation policies that suit your restaurant.

Can I sell gift vouchers online with Zenchef?

Yes! You can easily create and sell digital gift vouchers directly from your Zenchef dashboard. You have an online shop available directly on your website. Choose between fixed value vouchers or experience-based ones (e.g. “Brunch for Two”). Payments are processed securely, and guests receive a personalized digital card they can print or share online.

How fast do I receive payments from prepayments and vouchers?

Zenchef ensures fast settlement. Payments made via prepayments, deposits, or gift vouchers are transferred quickly and securely to your account. This allows for better cash flow management and financial planning for your restaurant.

Can I connect Zenchef to my POS system?

Absolutely. Zenchef integrates with popular POS systems, enabling real-time syncing of payment data. This means no manual input, fewer errors, and complete visibility of your payment activity in one place.

Are prepayments refundable?

That’s entirely up to you. You can set custom refund policies for each event, experience, or menu. Whether you want to offer full refunds, partial refunds, or no refunds after a certain date. It’s all configurable within your Zenchef dashboard.

Can I customize how deposits or prepayments are displayed to guests?

Yes. All guest-facing screens, email confirmations, and voucher visuals can be personalized. From your branding and imagery to the way policies are presented, Zenchef helps you maintain a consistent guest experience.

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