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Tips, guides and free templates for shift management
Free Overtime Tracking Template for Shift Workers
Get this template as a ready-to-use CSV file.
16.02.2026
How to Schedule Part-Time Employees Alongside Full-Time Staff
Shifty handles shift scheduling, swap requests, and team notifications — all from your phone. Built specifically for cafes and restaurants.
16.02.2026
Free Weekly Shift Schedule Template for 10 Employees
It's Sunday night, and the familiar dread washes over you. The weekend is ending, and the weekly schedule for your…
15.02.2026
How to Handle No-Show Employees Without Losing Your Mind
Picture this: It's Saturday morning, the peak brunch rush is about to hit, and you're already short-staffed because one of…
15.02.2026
Free Night Shift Schedule Template for 6 Employees
It's Sunday night, and the last thing you want to do is stare at a blank spreadsheet. But here you…
14.02.2026
How Better Scheduling Reduces Employee Turnover in Restaurants
Pro Tip: Create a dedicated communication channel (e.g., a group chat or a section in your scheduling app) for shift-related…
14.02.2026
Restaurant Opening and Closing Shift Checklist (Free Download)
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13.02.2026
Morning vs Evening Shifts: Pros, Cons, and How to Rotate Fairly
Let's be honest: scheduling shifts is often a headache. Remember last Tuesday? The day Sarah, a cafe owner in Austin,…
13.02.2026
Free 2-Week Rotating Shift Schedule Template
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13.02.2026
7 Best Apps for Shift Scheduling in 2026 (Free & Paid)
The phone rings. It's Mark, your barista. "Hey, I'm stuck in traffic. Can someone cover my opening shift?" You scramble,…
12.02.2026