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How Much Does Losing a Seasonal Barista or Server *Really* Cost Your Cafe This Summer (July 2026)?
Summer in your cafe or restaurant means busy patios, iced lattes flying out the door, and hopefully, a big boost…
09.07.2026
Shifty vs. Planday: Free Shift Scheduling for Small Cafes & Restaurants (July 2026 Comparison)
Don't let manual schedules eat into your precious time. Get organized, empower your staff, and streamline your operations with Shifty's…
08.07.2026
Low-Cost Perks & Benefits to Keep Summer Staff from Quitting Your Cafe or Restaurant (July 2026)
It’s July 2026, the summer rush is in full swing, and your cafe or restaurant is buzzing. But if you’re…
07.07.2026
Free Employee Incident Report Form Template for Small Cafes & Restaurants (PDF/Word)
Let's face it: running a cafe or restaurant means you're wearing about a dozen hats. Manager, chef, accountant, marketer... and…
06.07.2026
How to Turn Your Best Seasonal Staff Into Year-Round Employees (for Cafes & Restaurants in July 2026)
July 2026 is here, and your cafe or restaurant is likely buzzing. But while you're managing the summer rush, don't…
05.07.2026
How to Prevent Employee Theft & Cash Shortages in Your Small Cafe or Restaurant (5-Step Guide for Summer 2026)
Summer 2026 is almost here, and for busy cafe and restaurant managers like you, that means higher traffic, longer hours,…
04.07.2026
Shifty vs. WhenIWork: Which Free Shift Scheduling App is Better for Small Cafes & Bars (July 2026)?
It's July 2026, and your small cafe or bar is buzzing. The summer rush is in full swing, and the…
03.07.2026
Free Weekly Perishable Inventory Tracking Template for Small Cafes & Restaurants (Excel/Google Sheets)
Ever found yourself staring at a nearly full container of specialty cheese or a flat of berries past its prime,…
02.07.2026
How Manual Shift Scheduling Costs Your Cafe $5,000+ Annually (Especially During Summer Rush 2026)
You’re staring at a spreadsheet, trying to fit 15 employees into a seven-day schedule, battling vacation requests, availability changes, and…
01.07.2026
Predictive Scheduling Laws for Small Restaurants & Cafes: What You Need to Know (State-by-State Guide for June 2026)
Shifty helps small cafes and restaurants stay organized and compliant with features that make scheduling, communication, and shift changes transparent.…
30.06.2026