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GET
/
stores
/
{store_id}
/
menu
/
timing?menu_ids=
{menu_ids}
Get Store Menu Timings
curl --request GET \
  --url 'https://api.example.com/stores/{{store_id}}/menu/timing?menu_ids=%7B{menu_ids}%7D'
This endpoint returns detailed timing information for specific menus within a store, allowing applications to determine menu availability based on current time and operating schedules.
Menu timing information is crucial for determining real-time menu availability and ensuring customers see only menus that are currently operational based on the store’s schedule.

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Path Parameters

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store_id
string
required
The unique identifier of the store that owns the menus

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Query Parameters

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menu_ids
string
required
Comma-separated list of menu IDs to retrieve timing information for
Real-Time Availability
  • Determine which menus are currently available
  • Check if menus will be available at future times
  • Calculate remaining time until menu closes
  • Identify upcoming menu availability windows
Operational Planning
  • Plan staff schedules based on menu operating hours
  • Coordinate inventory management with menu availability
  • Schedule maintenance during menu closure periods
  • Align marketing campaigns with menu operating hours
Customer Experience
  • Display accurate menu availability to customers
  • Show countdown timers for menu closing times
  • Provide advance notice of menu availability changes
  • Enable pre-ordering for future menu availability periods
System Integration
  • Synchronize with point-of-sale systems
  • Coordinate with delivery platform schedules
  • Update inventory systems based on menu timing
  • Integrate with marketing automation platforms
Multiple Menu Support: This endpoint can retrieve timing information for multiple menus simultaneously, making it efficient for applications that need to check availability across several menu options.
Time Zone Considerations: Menu timing information should be interpreted in the store’s local time zone for accurate availability calculations.

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Use Cases

Customer Application Features
  • Show current menu availability status
  • Display “opening soon” or “closing soon” messages
  • Enable advance ordering for future menu periods
  • Provide estimated wait times for menu availability
Operational Management
  • Monitor menu availability across multiple locations
  • Plan staff scheduling based on menu operating hours
  • Coordinate marketing campaigns with menu availability
  • Manage inventory replenishment timing
Partner Integration
  • Synchronize delivery platform availability
  • Update third-party ordering systems
  • Coordinate with marketing automation tools
  • Integrate with business intelligence systems
Administrative Functions
  • Monitor menu timing compliance
  • Analyze menu utilization patterns
  • Optimize menu schedules for business performance
  • Generate operational reports and insights

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Timing Calculation Logic

Daily Schedule Processing
  • Each menu can have multiple time periods per day
  • Days of the week are processed independently
  • Closed days are clearly identified in timing data
  • Special schedules override default timing
Current Time Evaluation
  • System compares current time to menu operating hours
  • Time zone conversion ensures accurate local time comparison
  • Overlap periods are handled for complex schedules
  • Transition times are calculated for opening/closing events
Future Availability Prediction
  • Next available period calculation for closed menus
  • Remaining operating time for currently open menus
  • Weekly schedule projection for advance planning
  • Holiday and special event schedule integration
Complex Schedule Handling
  • Multiple opening periods per day (e.g., lunch breaks)
  • Overnight operations crossing midnight
  • Seasonal schedule variations
  • Emergency schedule modifications

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Response Data Structure

Menu Timing Objects
  • Individual timing data for each requested menu
  • Current availability status (open/closed)
  • Next availability window information
  • Complete weekly schedule details
Operating Hours Details
  • Start and end times for each operating period
  • Day of week specifications
  • Closed day indicators
  • Special schedule annotations
Availability Calculations
  • Time remaining until closure (for open menus)
  • Time until next opening (for closed menus)
  • Duration of next available period
  • Weekly availability summary
Metadata and Context
  • Menu identification and naming
  • Store time zone information
  • Last update timestamps
  • Schedule version information

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Performance Optimization

Efficient Data Retrieval
  • Optimized queries for multiple menu timing data
  • Indexed database operations for fast response
  • Cached timing calculations for frequently requested menus
  • Minimized data transfer for mobile applications
Real-Time Processing
  • Immediate timing calculations based on current time
  • Dynamic availability status determination
  • Efficient schedule comparison algorithms
  • Optimized time zone conversion processing
Scalability Considerations
  • Concurrent request handling for high-traffic periods
  • Database connection pooling for multiple menu queries
  • Memory-efficient data structures for timing calculations
  • Load balancing for geographic distribution
Caching Strategies
  • Menu timing data caching with appropriate expiration
  • Schedule calculation result caching
  • Time zone conversion result caching
  • Strategic cache invalidation on schedule updates

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Integration Best Practices

Request Optimization
  • Batch multiple menu IDs in single requests
  • Cache timing data appropriately for application needs
  • Implement efficient polling strategies for real-time updates
  • Use compression for large timing datasets
Error Handling
  • Handle cases where menu IDs don’t exist
  • Manage time zone conversion errors gracefully
  • Implement fallback behavior for service failures
  • Provide meaningful error messages to applications
Data Processing
  • Parse timing data efficiently for application use
  • Handle complex schedule patterns appropriately
  • Implement proper time zone handling
  • Cache processed timing calculations when possible
User Experience
  • Display timing information clearly to users
  • Provide advance notice of menu closing times
  • Show alternative menu options when current menus are closed
  • Update timing displays in real-time

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Error Handling

Invalid Menu IDs
{
  "error": "Invalid menu IDs",
  "message": "One or more menu IDs do not exist",
  "invalid_ids": ["invalid-menu-id-1", "invalid-menu-id-2"]
}
Store Not Found
{
  "error": "Store not found",
  "message": "The specified store does not exist",
  "store_id": "invalid-store-id"
}
No Timing Data
{
  "message": "No timing data available for specified menus",
  "menu_ids": ["menu-1", "menu-2"]
}
Service Error
{
  "error": "Timing service unavailable",
  "message": "Unable to retrieve timing information at this time"
}

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Business Applications

Revenue Optimization
  • Maximize menu availability during peak demand periods
  • Optimize staff scheduling based on menu timing patterns
  • Coordinate promotional activities with menu availability
  • Analyze timing impact on customer behavior and sales
Customer Satisfaction
  • Provide accurate menu availability information
  • Reduce customer frustration with unavailable menus
  • Enable advance planning for customer orders
  • Improve overall customer experience with reliable timing data
Operational Efficiency
  • Streamline staff scheduling based on menu operating hours
  • Optimize inventory management with timing-based planning
  • Coordinate maintenance activities during menu closure periods
  • Improve resource allocation across multiple menu periods
Strategic Planning
  • Analyze menu timing effectiveness for business growth
  • Identify opportunities for schedule optimization
  • Support expansion planning with timing pattern analysis
  • Enable data-driven decisions for menu schedule adjustments