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Streamline restaurant front-of-house operations with real-time table and waitlist management. This app offers online reservations, an AI virtual host for guest inquiries, and seamless integration with your POS system for efficient service.
What's New in Empower Host V2
1.17.0
October 27, 2026
• Turn individual menus and menu sections on or off on your digital menu • Your digital menu now refreshes each day at 4 AM restaurant time • Live updates now reconnect on their own after a connection drop, so the floor plan and waitlist stay current without reopening the app • The reservation-to-waitlist time setting is now respected, and you can type values up to 240 minutes • Online chat bookings now follow your Web Reservations and Require Phone/Email settings • Turning text messages off now also stops menu and wine-list texts from the chat assistant • Removed an unused party-size setting from General settings • Reservation page settings no longer show a value as saved when it was not • Bug fixes and stability improvements
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FAQ
What is Empower Host V2?
Empower Host V2 is a comprehensive table and waitlist management system designed for restaurant front-of-house teams. It connects directly to your Global Genius POS, offering real-time table status, waitlist management, online reservations, and an AI virtual host.
Does Empower Host V2 have ads?
No, Empower Host V2 does not contain advertisements. It is a free application focused on providing essential restaurant management tools without interruptions.
What devices can I use Empower Host V2 on?
Empower Host V2 is built for every device. You can run it on iPhone for your host stand, iPad for a detailed floor view, or the web for back-office management. Layouts are optimized for each form factor.
How does Empower Host V2 integrate with POS systems?
Empower Host V2 integrates directly with your Global Genius POS. Tables automatically update based on real-time POS ticket and course data, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information on your floor plan.
Can I train new staff with Empower Host V2?
Yes, Empower Host V2 includes a built-in demo mode. This allows your team to learn the system risk-free without touching live data, making training new hosts efficient and effective.
What is the age rating for Empower Host V2?
Empower Host V2 has an age rating of 12+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 12 and above, generally due to its professional and business-oriented nature.
How often is Empower Host V2 updated?
Empower Host V2 was last updated on August 13, 2026, with version 1.14.0. This suggests a consistent update schedule to improve functionality and reliability.
What are the benefits of the AI Virtual Host feature?
The AI Virtual Host, "Ask the Host," answers guest inquiries about wait times, takes reservation requests, and adds guests to the waitlist. This frees up staff time and ensures guests receive prompt information.
