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How to Cross-Train Your Restaurant Staff for Summer Flexibility & Efficiency (5-Step Guide)
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How to Cross-Train Your Restaurant Staff for Summer Flexibility & Efficiency (5-Step Guide)

Picture this: It's peak summer lunchtime. Your best barista, Alex, calls in sick last minute. Your only other barista is…

19.06.2026
Easy Free Shift Scheduling Apps for Summer Seasonal Staff (Cafes & Bars 2026)
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Easy Free Shift Scheduling Apps for Summer Seasonal Staff (Cafes & Bars 2026)

Summer is around the corner, and for many cafe and bar managers like you, that means gearing up for a…

18.06.2026
Free Daily Opening & Closing Checklist Template for Small Cafes & Restaurants (Summer Prep)
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Free Daily Opening & Closing Checklist Template for Small Cafes & Restaurants (Summer Prep)

Summer’s almost here, and with the increased foot traffic and often, new seasonal staff, keeping your cafe or restaurant running…

17.06.2026
Free Summer Seasonal Employee Onboarding Checklist Template for Small Cafes & Restaurants (PDF/Excel)
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Free Summer Seasonal Employee Onboarding Checklist Template for Small Cafes & Restaurants (PDF/Excel)

Summer's almost here, and for cafes and restaurants, that means one thing: the rush is coming. You're bringing on a…

16.06.2026
Stop Summer No-Shows: Pre-Hiring Screening Tactics for Reliable Seasonal Staff in Your Cafe (2026)
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Stop Summer No-Shows: Pre-Hiring Screening Tactics for Reliable Seasonal Staff in Your Cafe (2026)

Summer is a double-edged sword for cafes and restaurants like yours. More customers, higher revenue... and the constant dread of…

15.06.2026
How to Find Last-Minute Shift Cover for Your Small Cafe or Restaurant (Quick 5-Step Guide for Summer 2026)
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How to Find Last-Minute Shift Cover for Your Small Cafe or Restaurant (Quick 5-Step Guide for Summer 2026)

It’s 8:30 AM. Your cafe opens at 9:00 AM. And your lead barista, Liam, just texted: "Sick. Can't make it…

14.06.2026
Deputy Alternatives: Top Free Shift Schedulers for Small Cafes & Bars (Summer 2026)
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Deputy Alternatives: Top Free Shift Schedulers for Small Cafes & Bars (Summer 2026)

Running a busy cafe or bar in the summer of 2026 means juggling staff availability, managing vacation requests, and ensuring…

13.06.2026
The Hidden Cost of Summer No-Shows: How Missed Shifts Drive Up Overtime for Small Cafes & Restaurants (June 2026)
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The Hidden Cost of Summer No-Shows: How Missed Shifts Drive Up Overtime for Small Cafes & Restaurants (June 2026)

Tired of last-minute no-shows blowing up your labor costs? Shifty helps you build smarter schedules, communicate instantly with your team,…

12.06.2026
Hiring Teens This Summer? Child Labor Laws for Your Cafe & Restaurant (State-by-State Guide)
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Hiring Teens This Summer? Child Labor Laws for Your Cafe & Restaurant (State-by-State Guide)

Thinking about hiring a few high schoolers to boost your team this summer? You’re not alone. With many full-time staff…

11.06.2026
How to Cover Employee Vacations in Your Small Cafe or Restaurant (Summer 2026)
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How to Cover Employee Vacations in Your Small Cafe or Restaurant (Summer 2026)

Summer 2026 might feel a long way off, but if you run a cafe or restaurant like Maria, who manages…

10.06.2026
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