Catering, connected

Integrate hardware and software in a tailored solution that scales as your operation evolves — with comprehensive real-time reporting, analysis and insights available via Lolly HQ. From campus-wide university catering to individual schools and colleges, partnering with Lolly helps educational establishments meet the diverse needs of students efficiently and profitably.

Handle peak demand with ease

Build an integrated solution to meet your exact needs including mobile preordering, self-service kiosks and pickup, flexible EPoS options and advanced kitchen management systems — ensuring you’re ready for peak footfall at mealtimes.

Offer age-appropriate payment options

Speed up transactions by offering students (or parents) the payment options they’re most comfortable with, including Google/Apple Pay, Bitcoin, mobile app payments and facial recognition for hands-free payment.

Track portion size and food waste

Update menus or pricing instantly

Update menus or pricing instantly Lolly makes it easy to edit menu and pricing information from a single interface, updating digital signage, apps and self-service kiosks in real time. Highlight healthy options, sustainable sources and dietary or allergen information in a few clicks.

Sector Needs

Scalable system to efficiently support peak times

Keep students and staff safe with allergen and dietary control software

An integrated suite of hardware and software that keeps wastage down

Technology tailored for first class dining experiences of students & staff

Efficient process for age restricted ordering

Effective & efficient technology integration across campuses

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Lolly Solution Benefits

Pre-Order and Order & Collect functionality to manage peak footfall

Display detailed nutritional, allergen, calorie and CO2 information for all products

Intuitive Waste Management to increase efficiency and reduce costs

Subscription service for students / parents to pay monthly

Facial Verification for age restricted ordering

Efficient multi-site integration ideal for campuses

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Move forward
with Lolly

Looking to update your current technology? Boost your sales? Increase your margins? Or maybe you just need to get rid of a specific operational headache.

Contact one of our expert team to see how Lolly can help you provide an unmatched experience that delights staff and customers.

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Our users love what Lolly can do.

Lolly’s innovative solutions have helped contract caterers and independent businesses across all sectors to be more efficient, more agile and more profitable.

Lolly's tech surpassed alternatives in both quality and affordability. Despite initially heading in a different direction, we made a swift change. Lolly's assurance of developing, acquiring, and deploying our system within a tight timeframe was pivotal.

Oxford Brookes

Lolly exceeded expectations, swiftly delivering the free meals system with precision and unwavering support. Their proactive approach, attention to detail, and respect for student privacy showcase unparalleled development. As sector specialists, they consistently grasped and fulfilled our needs seamlessly.

Catermasters

Innovative solutions that work together.

Each of our products connects to Lolly HQ - our cloud-based management information system - for seamless integration, monitoring and reporting across your whole business, all in one place.

EPoS

Transform everyday business with our EPoS range, resulting in quicker, more efficient transactions for maximum throughput in busy locations.

Self-Serve

Reduce queues, increase footfall and personalise the customer experience.

Mobile App

Transform customer experience with easy ordering, one-touch payment, and built-in loyalty and subscription programmes.

Mobile PoS

Transform everyday business with our versatile Mobile EPoS, resulting in quicker, more efficient transactions across large events to cafes and bars.

Robot Waiters

Streamline service and make customer interactions memorable with automated table service and cleanup.

Payments

Accept card, mobile or website payments for a faster and more convenient service – directly through Lolly.

Kitchen Management

Cut wait times, eliminate lost orders and manage allergy and dietary needs.

Digital Signage

Display up-to-the-minute menus, promotional videos and time-limited offers. Enhance customer experience and upsell across your range.

Pre-Order Pods

Provide a 24 hour service with smart hot or cold temperature-controlled pods, for easy pickup of pre-ordered meals

The Digital Journey

Our advanced integrated eco system seamlessly connects each one of our products. Lolly HQ is your single interface for monitoring, reporting, analysis and insights.

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Press Releases

University of Leeds Partners with Lolly

Lolly are pleased to announce their new partnership with the University of Leeds, one of the UK’s largest universities, who have now fully integrated all their original hardware by installing Lolly’s innovative PoS and Payments software in every device across campus.

Lolly Launches Facepay

Experience the future of secure and frictionless payments with Lolly's groundbreaking FacePay platform. Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) through facial authentication, FacePay offers customers a swift, seamless, and secure payment solution. Users can effortlessly log into their accounts and utilize pre-loaded wallets with just their faces, enjoying benefits like earning and spending loyalty points, tracking orders, and assessing the environmental impact of meal choices. Beyond convenience, facial biometrics enhance transaction security, significantly reducing fraud risks. Peter Moore, CEO at Lolly, emphasizes the transformative impact of AI in the hospitality sector, foreseeing a future where biometric payments become ubiquitous. FacePay not only streamlines payment processes but also contributes to overall business efficiency, marking another milestone in Lolly's commitment to innovation. #FacialAuthentication #AIInnovation #SecurePayments

Five tips to success when you start the ISO Certification journey

"Unlock the secrets to successful ISO certifications with insights from Tom Lewis, Operations Manager at Lolly. Discover the transformative journey undertaken by Lolly, culminating in the imminent completion of ISO27001 and ISO9001 accreditations. Lewis shares valuable lessons on navigating the complex certification landscape, emphasizing the power of asking the right questions when choosing a partner. Learn how to overcome task list paralysis by focusing on quick wins and leveraging existing strengths. Explore the pivotal role of ISO certifications in improving business processes, fostering adoption, and ensuring clear communication. Lewis advocates for effective delegation, continuous education, and frequent communication to seamlessly integrate ISO standards into day-to-day operations. Set realistic timelines, celebrate small victories, and embrace the uncertainty of the journey toward ISO certification success. #ISOcertifications #QualityManagement #BusinessEfficiency"

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Lolly's system integrate with our existing platforms?

Yes, Lolly's systems are designed for seamless integration with a range of MIS and other software systems. See our integrations page for more information.

Can Lolly’s systems handle surges in footfall at popular mealtimes?

Yes, Lolly offers resilient and easy-to-use ordering, payment and kitchen management systems designed to efficiently manage peak demand at mealtimes.

Is Lolly suitable for multi-site educational environments?

Yes, Lolly offers scalable solutions to serve single-site or multi-site environments seamlessly, with support for tens of thousands of concurrent customers.

How does Lolly cater to the unique needs of students?

Student-friendly features include clear interfaces and convenient payment options including payment on account and mobile ordering.

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