About Standby

A small but mighty team working to make staffing flexible, reliable, and stress-free.

We’re here to serve the people who power kitchens and the teams who rely on them.

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Our mission: bridge the gap between the gig workforce and W2 employment with a platform that prioritizes efficiency, flexibility, and compliance.

Our story

Why we started Standby

Although 50% of the US workforce is projected to be in gig-work by 2027, most restaurants are unable to tap into this workforce due to worker misclassification risk and lack of liability coverage. The Food & Beverage industry faces two realities: demand is fluctuating and margins are tight. Labor is one of the leading costs for restaurants. They simply can't afford to be over-staffed, but need to ensure they have proper staffing for the busy periods.

That’s where Standby comes in. We enable restaurants to scale their staffing up or down to match demand – all while remaining compliant and insured.

Core values

What we stand for

Fairness

Workers keep every dollar they earn. Kitchens pay for the help they need, no hidden fees.

Flexibility

Staffing that scales with service - busy weekends, slow Tuesdays, and everything between.

Compliance

Always W-2 and insured. We handle payroll, taxes, and coverage the right way.

Support

Real people, not bots. Quick responses and help when you need it most.

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