Build schedules in minutes, cover call-outs with vetted pros, and keep labor costs predictable.
Scheduling should reduce fires, not create them. Standby keeps the process simple for managers and easy for staff — so shifts don’t get missed, changes don’t get messy, and communication stays organized.
Create weekly schedules quickly and publish instantly to the whole team.
Notify every team member of their shifts automatically — no screenshots or group texts required.
Team members can request shift trades in-app, and managers stay in control of approvals.
Staff can view their schedule clearly and stay aligned as changes happen.
Schedule by position and keep the right people on the right stations.
Your team always has the latest schedule on their phone — not buried in old messages.
The fastest way to build a schedule is to start from what already worked — then make small tweaks and publish.
Duplicate last week with a click so you’re not rebuilding from scratch every time.
Update coverage for events, callouts, or staffing changes in minutes.
Send the schedule out instantly — workers are notified and can view shifts immediately.
Scheduling only works if staff can see it clearly and respond easily. Standby is mobile-first — so the schedule lives where your team already is: on their phone.
Standby scheduling is designed to connect cleanly to time tracking, tip pools, and payroll workflows — so your team management tools don’t feel stitched together.
Start with scheduling, then add time tracking, tip pools, and on-demand coverage when you need it. Standby is built for restaurant operators who want fewer fires to put out.
Book a DemoWhy your restaurant needs an efficient staff scheduling system
Ready to make managing your restaurant staff a breeze? Try Standby’s scheduling software and see how easy it is to build schedules, notify your team, and stay organized — all in one platform.
Restaurant scheduling software is a tool designed to help restaurant managers and owners create, manage, and communicate staff schedules easily and efficiently.
Standby allows managers to set employee availability and automatically notify staff of their shifts, reducing confusion, double bookings, and last-minute coverage issues.
Yes. Standby is mobile-first, so staff can view schedules, updates, and changes from anywhere using the app.
Staff can request shift swaps directly in the app, with manager approval built in to keep coverage consistent.
Yes. You can try Standby’s restaurant scheduling software with a free trial before committing.