🍽️ Automated Canteen Ordering System 📌 Project Description
The Automated Canteen Ordering System is a web-based application designed to modernize the traditional food ordering process in a college canteen. It allows students to place food orders online, reducing waiting time, avoiding crowding, and improving overall canteen management.
🎯 Objectives
Reduce long queues in the canteen
Save time for students and staff
Improve order accuracy
Provide a smooth digital ordering experience
🚀 Features 👨🎓 Student Side
View digital food menu
Add items to cart
Place orders online
Receive order number/token
Check order status (Preparing / Ready)
🧑🍳 Admin / Staff Side
View incoming orders
Update order status
Manage menu items
Monitor orders and records
🛠️ Technologies Used
Python (Flask) - Backend development HTML - Structure of web pages CSS - Styling and design JavaScript - Interactivity SQLite / Database Store menu & order data
🧩 Project Structure
canteen_backend/ app.py payment.py instance/ canteen.db
canteen_frontend/ index.html login.html register.html cart.html admin.html staff.html order_status.html
⚙️ How to Run the Project
Install Python
Install Flask (if required)
pip install flask
Navigate to backend folder
cd canteen_backend
Run the application
python app.py
Open browser and go to:
🔮 Future Enhancements
Online payment integration
Mobile app version
Real-time notifications
User feedback system
📚 Conclusion
This system provides a digital solution for traditional canteen operations, making food ordering faster, more efficient, and organized.