Restaurant scheduling that actually works
Stop juggling whiteboards, group chats, and last-minute call-offs. Rota helps restaurants manage front-of-house and back-of-house scheduling in one simple platform.
Common restaurant scheduling headaches
Sound familiar? We've got solutions.
Last-minute call-offs
Scrambling to find coverage when someone can't make it? Get instant notifications and make it easy for staff to swap shifts.
Double bookings
Accidentally schedule someone for two shifts? Our conflict detection catches mistakes before they cause problems.
Labor cost surprises
Overtime sneaking up on you? See real-time labor costs and get alerts before anyone hits OT.
Group chat chaos
Important messages getting lost in endless group texts? Keep everything organized in one place.
Manual timesheets
Spending hours calculating hours? Automatic time tracking means accurate payroll with zero math.
Who's working today?
Not sure who's supposed to be in? Real-time dashboard shows who's clocked in, on break, or late.
Built for restaurants
Everything you need to run smooth shifts
Easy shift swaps
Let your team trade shifts directly. You just approve or decline—no more playing middleman.
Rush hour coverage
Visualize your coverage during peak hours. Make sure you're never understaffed when it matters most.
FOH & BOH scheduling
Separate schedules for front-of-house and kitchen staff. Or combine them—your choice.
Mobile time clock
Staff clock in from their phones or a shared tablet. QR codes make it quick and contactless.
Ready to simplify your restaurant scheduling?
Join restaurants that have cut scheduling time in half with Rota. Start your free trial today.