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Hospitality Shift Scheduling Software: Smart Rota Management

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Used by restaurants, bars, and cafes across Spain

Sound familiar?

Split shifts are a nightmare

Covering both lunch and dinner service with the same team without overlaps is a constant puzzle

Chaotic group chats

100 messages just to know who's working Saturday

Last-minute callouts

Someone can't come and you have to reorganize the whole service

Uncontrolled overtime

You don't know if you're complying with each employee's working hours

Why choose Qadra for your restaurant?

Managing hospitality staff is a puzzle of split shifts, last-minute absences, and demand peaks. Qadra is the workforce management solution designed to simplify daily operations for hospitality owners.

One-click scheduling

Generate weekly or monthly rotas automatically, respecting minimum coverage per service.

Split shift management

Built specifically for the rhythm of Spanish hospitality, with native support for split shifts.

Real-time notifications

Notify staff of shift changes on their phone instantly — no WhatsApp groups needed.

Digital time tracking

Integrated time logging to comply with the current working hours registration law.

Qadra vs. Excel Spreadsheets

Why use software instead of Excel to manage shifts?

Feature Excel Template Qadra App
Updates Manual and error-prone Automatic and cloud-based
Notifications WhatsApp or calls (chaotic) Instant push notifications
Shift conflicts Hard to spot Automatic overlap alerts
Accessibility Only on the manager's PC Available on Android, iOS, and Web
Free resource

Download the 2026 Hospitality Shift Schedule Template

Still using a spreadsheet to manage shifts? Download our free template with automatic hour calculation and split shift support.

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Restaurant Shift Scheduling: A Complete Guide

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Frequently asked questions about hospitality shift scheduling

How does Qadra handle holidays and sick leave in hospitality?

Qadra lets employees request time off from the app. The system automatically blocks those days in the planner and suggests available cover to fill the service.

Is time tracking in Qadra legally compliant?

Yes. Qadra strictly complies with working hours registration requirements, storing clock-in records securely for any labor inspection.

Can I set up separate lunch and dinner shifts?

Yes, create custom shift types (lunch, dinner, split, closing...) with their specific times and durations.

How does it distribute weekends?

Qadra automatically distributes Friday, Saturday, and Sunday shifts fairly among the entire team.

Can staff request days off?

Yes, each employee can submit time-off requests or preferences. You approve or deny them from the dashboard.

Does it work for bars and cafes?

Yes, Qadra adapts to any hospitality establishment: restaurants, bars, cafes, hotels...

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