Getting Started

Quick start guide to get your salsa operations up and running with Salsa as a Service

Getting Started with Salsa as a Service

Welcome to Salsa as a Service! This guide will help you set up your account and start managing your salsa operations in just a few minutes.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have:

• A valid business email address
• Access to your restaurant’s POS system (optional but recommended)
• Basic knowledge of your current salsa inventory
• Admin access to your kitchen management software

Quick Setup

1. Create Your Account Sign up for a free trial account using your business email address.

   Tip: Use your restaurant’s main email address to ensure all team members can access the account.

2. Configure Your Restaurant Profile Set up your restaurant information, including cuisine type, kitchen size, and salsa production capacity.

3. Connect Your POS System Integrate with your existing point-of-sale system to automatically track salsa sales and inventory.

4. Set Up Your First Salsa Recipe Add your signature salsa recipes to start tracking ingredients and quality metrics.

Account Setup

Step 1: Account Creation

1. Visit our signup page
2. Enter your business email address
3. Choose a secure password
4. Verify your email address
5. Complete the business verification process

Note: Business Verification Required - We require business verification to ensure account security and compliance with food service regulations.

Step 2: Restaurant Profile Configuration

Navigate to Settings > Restaurant Profile and fill in the following information:

Basic Info

• Restaurant name and address
• Cuisine type (Mexican, Tex-Mex, Fusion, etc.)
• Number of locations
• Contact information

Kitchen Setup

• Kitchen size and layout
• Number of prep stations
• Refrigeration capacity
• Storage areas

Salsa Operations

• Daily salsa production volume
• Number of salsa varieties
• Peak production hours
• Quality standards

Initial Configuration

Setting Up Your First Salsa Recipe

1. Navigate to Recipes Go to Inventory > Recipes in your dashboard.

2. Create New Recipe Click “Add Recipe” and enter your salsa details:

   • Recipe name (e.g., “House Salsa”)
   • Description and spice level
   • Batch size and yield
   • Preparation time

3. Add Ingredients Specify each ingredient with quantities and suppliers.

4. Set Quality Parameters Define quality standards, shelf life, and testing requirements.

Inventory Setup

Manual Entry Start by manually entering your current salsa inventory and ingredients.

Barcode Scanning Use our mobile app to scan barcodes and quickly add inventory items.

CSV Import Bulk import your existing inventory data using our CSV template.

Integration Setup

POS System Integration

Connect your point-of-sale system to automatically track salsa sales and inventory usage:

1. Go to Integrations > POS Systems
2. Select your POS provider from the list
3. Follow the authentication process
4. Map your salsa menu items to our inventory system
5. Test the connection with a sample transaction

Warning: Important - Ensure your POS system is compatible with our integration requirements. Check our compatibility list before proceeding.

Kitchen Management Software

Integrate with your existing kitchen management tools:

• Scheduling: Sync with your staff scheduling system
• Inventory: Connect with existing inventory management
• Quality Control: Link with your quality assurance processes

First Production Run

Once your setup is complete, it’s time for your first production run:

1. Start Production Navigate to Production > New Batch and select your recipe.

2. Track Ingredients Record ingredient usage as you prepare your salsa.

3. Quality Testing Perform quality checks and record results in the system.

4. Complete Batch Finalize the batch and update inventory levels.

Next Steps

Now that you have the basics set up, explore these advanced features:

Analytics Dashboard Learn how to use our analytics to optimize your salsa operations.

Quality Control Set up automated quality testing and monitoring.

Team Management Add team members and set up role-based permissions.

Need Help?

If you run into any issues during setup, we’re here to help:

• 📧 Email Support: [e-mail]
• 💬 Live Chat: Available 24/7 in your dashboard
• 📚 Documentation: Browse our comprehensive guides
• 🎥 Video Tutorials: Watch step-by-step setup videos

Note: Free Trial - Your 14-day free trial includes full access to all features and priority support to help you get started.