Big John’s

The Fast-Food Revolution: Big John’s Transforms Service with WRS Kiosk Technology.

Overview

Founded in the late 1990s, from a single site fish and chip shop, Big John’s has grown into a multi-award-winning fast-food brand with 18 locations across the Midlands. Big John’s partnered with WRS to modernise its customer experience and streamline operations through advanced POS, online ordering and kitchen technology.

The challenge

Big John’s needed a POS solution that could support its growing footprint and deliver a consistent, efficient experience across both drive-thru and dine-in outlets. The brand also sought to improve customer flow, increase average spend, and simplify operations for staff.

Our solution

WRS introduced self-service kiosks, digital Kitchen Display Systems (KDS), and Order Ready Boards across Big John’s stores. The new POS system is centralised and integrated with back-office reporting, enabling real-time insights and operational control. The comprehensive rollout supports both existing and future sites as Big John’s continues to expand.

Resulting impact

The introduction of kiosks has led to a noticeable increase in average spend and a streamlined customer journey. The digital KDS has improved kitchen efficiency, while the Order Ready Boards enhance the customer experience by providing real-time order status. This partnership has ensured a consistent experience across all store formats and provides a scalable infrastructure for future growth, backed by reliable 7-day support from WRS.

Client Feedback

“We’ve been introducing kiosks in some of our stores and it has totally transformed the customer journey. We’ve seen an increase in average spend and more customers are using them now.

“The KDS system from WRS is brilliant. It’s all digital and a much more streamlined approach for us. Whether it’s our drive-thru store or a regular outlet, the experience has to be the same.

“Our POS provider is vital. Having the right partner is so important, and we know WRS is the perfect partner for us.

“WRS support is seven days a week until late, which you just don’t get anywhere else. That support is vital for us.”

Jaz Johngir, Operations Director, Big John’s

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