Free employee scheduling app for restaurants & cafes
Build weekly schedules, swap shifts, and keep your whole team in sync — on iOS, Android, and the web. Free plan for small teams.
Free plan for small teams · Pro for unlimited employees · iOS, Android & Web
Stop juggling shifts in spreadsheets and group chats
Spreadsheets get messy fast
Group chats are confusing
Last-minute changes cause stress
Employees miss updates
Everything you need to schedule your team
Create shifts easily
Build and assign shifts in a clean, simple interface.
Team visibility
Everyone knows when and where they work.
Instant updates
Push notifications keep the whole team in the loop.
Shift swaps & time off
Employees request swaps and time off; managers approve in a tap.
Hours & payroll
GPS check-in tracks hours and totals pay per shift.
iOS, Android & Web
One account, synced across phone and browser.
Built for restaurants, cafes, and shift-based teams
Whether you run a busy coffee shop or a full-service restaurant, Shifty adapts to how you work. Schedule shifts, track hours, and keep everyone on the same page.
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Real-time schedule updates
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Shift swap requests
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Availability management
How shift scheduling works with Shifty
Create your team
Add your team members and set their roles
Add shifts
Schedule shifts with times and assignments
Share the schedule
Everyone gets instant access on their phone
Made for shift-based businesses
Cafes
Restaurants
Bars & retail
Shift-based teams
Your team’s schedule, right on their phone
Give your team the tools to stay organized. They can view the schedule, request time off, and swap shifts — all from their phone.
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Push notifications for new shifts
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Sync shifts to Apple or Google Calendar
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Request time off and swap shifts
Free tools for restaurant managers
Free calculators to plan staffing, labor cost, and pay — no signup required.
Simple, private, and made for teams
Shifty is designed with privacy and simplicity in mind. No clutter, no steep learning curve — just what teams need to run their shifts.
Frequently asked questions
Is Shifty free?
Shifty has a free plan for small teams — you can build a schedule, assign shifts, and invite your team at no cost. For unlimited employees and advanced features, upgrade to Shifty Pro (monthly or yearly).
What devices does Shifty work on?
Shifty works on iPhone, Android, and any web browser. Your schedule syncs across all of them with one account.
Can employees swap shifts and request time off?
Yes. Employees can request shift swaps and time off from their phone, and managers approve them in a tap.
Will my team be notified about new shifts?
Yes. Shifty sends push notifications whenever shifts are published or changed, so no one misses an update.
Can I track hours and attendance?
Yes. Employees can check in and out with GPS, and Shifty totals hours and pay for each shift.
Can I export or print the schedule?
Yes. Export schedules to PDF or CSV, and sync shifts to Apple or Google Calendar.
What languages does Shifty support?
Shifty is available in 33 languages, so your whole team can use it in their own language.
Is Shifty good for restaurants and cafes?
Yes. Shifty is built for restaurants, cafes, bars, and shift-based teams, with multiple roles like baristas, servers, and cooks across one or more locations.