From the team schedule to closing time.

Plan who works when and where. Assign opening and closing tasks, and let the team follow their shifts and daily work on their phones.

The CalMate web shift planner with test-workplace data
The workplace task list in the CalMate mobile app
An example of a team’s weekly schedule.

See who you need, and where.

Work areas, roles and staffing needs come together in the same plan.

Kitchen, bar and dining room

Plan staffing, roles and shifts for each work area.

Time off and shift swaps

Staff send requests in the app. Approved time off is visible while you plan.

Publish and export

Publish the finished schedule to the team’s app, or download it as a PDF or Excel file.

Make the day’s tasks clear too.

Keep track of what needs doing as well as who is working. Tasks appear on your team’s phones too.

  • Opening and closing

    Set recurring checks for specific colleagues or whoever is on duty.

  • Photo proof when needed

    Request photo proof for tasks where you need to see the result.

  • The team in one place

    Announcements, chat, polls, team recognition and Workplace Moments visible for 24 hours.

The CalMate task list with deadlines and completion status
Daily tasks on each team member’s phone.

Open-shift applications and substitute worker management are available where enabled. Applications are reviewed by a manager.

Add what your workplace needs.

Workplace includes the essentials for working together. Choose separate add-ons for the business tasks your team needs to handle.

Table booking and shared tip accounting are separate workplace subscriptions. Current pricing and any trial terms are shown in the add-on catalogue in the web admin area.

Table booking

Online booking for guests, with tables and reservations managed on the web. Managers can also view reservation details in the app.

The CalMate table booking interface with daily reservations

Tip accounting

Split the day’s shared tips equally, by hours, by weighted hours or by group percentages. Changes to the allocation remain traceable in the web admin area.

The CalMate web interface for allocating shared tips

Three steps to your first team schedule.

  1. 01

    Create the workplace

    Add the restaurant’s basic details and choose the team size.

  2. 02

    Invite the team

    Colleagues can join using a QR code or an invitation.

  3. 03

    Plan and publish

    Build a weekly or monthly schedule, then publish it to your team’s app.

A Workplace plan for your team.

Choose a plan for your workplace’s team size. Current prices, purchase options and trial terms are shown before you start a subscription.

3-person team

Workplace plan

For small, close-knit teams.

5-person team

Workplace plan

For small cafés and front-of-house teams.

10-person team

Workplace plan

For bistros and shifts with several roles.

25-person team

Workplace plan

For growing restaurants with changing weekly demand.

50-person team

Workplace plan

For larger, complex multi-shift teams.

100-person team

Plan available on the web

For larger teams of up to 100 people. Choose this plan in the web admin area.

Discuss this plan
Included in every plan
  • Weekly and monthly scheduling
  • Tasks and team communication
  • A mobile app for the team

Eligible new Workplace subscriptions can receive a 14-day trial. After the trial, the subscription renews automatically at the price shown before purchase until cancelled. Personal PRO and workplace add-ons are separate subscriptions.

Before you publish the first week.

Can managers add shifts in the app?

Yes. Managers can add shifts in the app. Weekly and monthly web planners help coordinate work areas, staffing needs and time off.

What restaurant team sizes are supported?

Plans are available for 3, 5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 people. The 100-person plan is available on the web. Current pricing, purchase options and terms are shown before you start the subscription.

Is table booking included in Workplace?

Table booking is a separate subscription add-on. Guests can book online, managers handle tables and reservations on the web, and view details in the app.

How can we split shared tips?

The separate Tip accounting add-on can split each day’s shared total equally, by hours, weighted hours or group percentages. Manage the tip allocation in the web admin area.

How does the trial work?

Eligible new Workplace subscriptions can receive a 14-day trial. The offer shown before purchase sets out eligibility, the price after the trial and automatic renewal terms. Separate add-ons may have their own pricing and trials.

Can I request a demo for our restaurant?

Yes. Tell us your team size and how you plan shifts. We’ll get in touch personally and shape the demo around your work.

Let’s talk

Show us what your team needs.

Leave your email and we will respond personally. You can also add the restaurant name, team size and a short note if useful.

How can we help?

See it with your own team.

Download CalMate or request a demo. We’ll help you find the settings and plan that fit your team.