Employee scheduling made simple for restaurants & cafés.
Appelta Shift is scheduling software built for restaurants, cafés, and bakeries. Create weekly schedules, let employees request shift swaps, and manage cover requests—all without endless WhatsApp messages or complicated spreadsheets.
- ✓Web app + iPhone & Android apps coming soon
- ✓Free for teams up to 3 employees
- ✓No credit card required to start
The Problem
Stop managing schedules through group chats
If you're running a restaurant, café, or bakery, you know the pain: last-minute shift changes buried in WhatsApp, employees asking "am I working tomorrow?", and spreadsheets that nobody updates.
WhatsApp chaos
Important schedule changes get lost in endless group chat messages and memes.
Spreadsheet mess
Multiple versions, outdated files, and no one knows which schedule is current.
Manual coordination
You become the middleman for every swap, cover request, and schedule question.
Features
Everything you need to schedule your team
Built specifically for restaurants, cafés, and bakeries—not watered-down enterprise software.
Multi-week scheduling
Plan multiple weeks at once. Copy schedules between weeks or build from templates to save time on repetitive scheduling.
Shift swap requests
Employees can request to swap shifts with colleagues. You approve or decline with one tap—no back-and-forth messages needed.
Cover request workflow
When someone can't work their shift, they post a cover request. Available team members can pick it up, pending your approval.
Simple employee onboarding
Generate a one-time signup link for each employee. They create their account in seconds—no app download, no complicated setup.
Availability tracking
Employees can set their weekly availability. See at a glance who's available before you build the schedule.
Owner approval workflow
Stay in control. All swaps and cover requests need your approval before they take effect. Get notified instantly when action is needed.
How it works
Get your team scheduled in minutes
Create your account
Sign up free and add your business details. No credit card required to get started.
Invite your team
Share signup links with employees. They join in seconds from any device with a browser.
Build your schedule
Create shifts, assign employees, and publish. Your team gets notified automatically.
Simple pricing for small teams
No per-employee surprises. Just pick a plan that matches your size. Start free, upgrade when you're ready.
All paid plans include unlimited owners, secure one-time signup links, and full access to the Appelta Shift web app.
For very small teams testing Appelta Shift.
- •Up to 3 employees
- •Multi-week scheduling
- •Advanced cover workflow
- •Moderated swap rules
- •Owner approval
- •Basic schedule history
Perfect for most cafés, bakeries and small restaurants.
- •Everything in Free, plus:
- •Up to 10 employees
- •Availability
- •Profiles
- •Unlimited history
- •Exports
For larger teams needing advanced features.
- •Everything in Starter, plus:
- •Up to 25 employees
- •Templates
- •Announcements
- •Priority support
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How does Appelta Shift work for restaurant scheduling?
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Appelta Shift lets restaurant owners create weekly schedules in minutes. You set up your team once, then drag and drop shifts onto a visual calendar. Employees get notified of their shifts and can request swaps or cover through the app, with owner approval keeping you in control.
Can employees swap shifts without my approval?
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No, all shift swaps require owner approval by default. When an employee requests a swap, you receive a notification and can approve or decline. This keeps you informed while giving your team flexibility.
How do I add employees to Appelta Shift?
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Adding employees is simple: generate a one-time signup link and share it via SMS or email. Employees create their own account using the link—no app download required. They can access schedules from any device with a web browser.
Is Appelta Shift free to use?
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Yes, Appelta Shift offers a free plan for teams up to 3 employees. This includes full scheduling features, shift swaps, and cover requests. Paid plans start at €19/month for up to 10 employees.
Is there a mobile app for iPhone and Android?
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Yes! Appelta Shift currently works as a web app accessible from any browser on phone, tablet, or computer. Native iPhone and Android apps are in development and will be available soon—giving your team even faster access to schedules on the go.
What happens when someone needs a shift covered?
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Employees can post a cover request for any of their shifts. The request is visible to eligible team members who can volunteer to take it. You approve the final assignment, ensuring the right person covers the shift.
What languages does Appelta Shift support?
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Appelta Shift currently supports English, with Spanish, Danish, and German coming soon. We're actively adding more languages to make scheduling accessible for international teams.
Ready to simplify your scheduling?
Join restaurant owners, café managers, and bakery teams who switched from spreadsheets and group chats to Appelta Shift.
Free for teams up to 3 employees. No credit card required.