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HotSchedules FAQs

How do I find pay stubs on HotSchedules?

You can find your estimated pay and timecard history under the "Time and Attendance" feature on both the web and mobile app. However, to receive your paystubs or paychecks, you will need to contact your payroll department or manager.


Is HotSchedules free?

No, HotSchedules is not free, but it offers a 14-day free trial. For further pricing information, please contact HotSchedules directly and request a demo.


How do I block days on HotSchedules?

To block days, navigate to the "Home" tab. Select "Manage Time Off," and then select "Blocked Days." This option will allow you to choose and save the day or time frame you wish to block.


How do I request time off on the HotSchedules app?

To request time off on the HotSchedules app, select "Time Off & Requests" from the overall menu. Select the "add" icon, then select the type of time off needed and the date range.


How do I change my availability on the HotSchedules app?

To change your availability on the HotSchedules app, select "My Availability." Click the "add" icon to create a new availability date request. This new date can be edited by choosing the following options: "Available," "Unavailable," and "Partially Available." Once saved, these requests are sent to your manager for approval.


How do I make a HotSchedules account?

To make a HotSchedules account, select "Start Your Free Trial." Enter your first name, last name, and email address.


How much is HotSchedules?

HotSchedules offers a free trial and requires you to contact them directly for pricing information.

HotSchedules product overview

What is HotSchedules?

HotSchedules is an employee scheduling and workforce management application designed for use within restaurants, retail and hospitality industries, and other customer-facing businesses. The HotSchedules platform automates operational tasks such as scheduling, shift communication, reporting, forecasting, recruiting and training.

Key benefits of using HotSchedules

  • Create 100% compliant schedules with optimal labor mixes based on demand forecasting

  • Give your team flexibility with easy trade and shift swapping from HotSchedules app, rated the #1 business app for + years

  • Out-of-the-box dashboards slice and dice aggregated labor data for regional or corporate analysis while store-level reporting helps managers keep track of KPIs from shift-to-shift.

  • Prevent time theft, overtime, and missed breaks with HotSchedules' Time & Attendance capabilities

  • Completely avoid sub-minimum wage payouts and other payroll missteps

  • Ensure operational and brand standards across all your locations with HotSchedules' digital Logbook, complete with task management lists, store logs, staff journals, and food safety compliance monitoring.

  • Provide your employees access to on-demand pay (free for businesses and their employees)
  • Typical customers

    Freelancers
    Small businesses
    Mid size businesses
    Large enterprises

    Platforms supported

    Web
    Android
    iPhone/iPad

    Support options

    FAQs/Forum
    24/7 (Live rep)
    Email/Help Desk
    Phone Support
    Knowledge Base
    Chat

    Training options

    Documentation
    In Person
    Live Online
    Webinars
    Videos

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    HotSchedules features

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    4.3

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    Total features

    75

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    HotSchedules users reviews

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    4.4

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    452

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    • Likelihood to recommend8.52/10
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    Pros
    Overall, I really loved my experience with HotSchedules. It was a great program for me to know when and what shifts I was working.
    Hotschedules won our business by having the best Aloha POS integration of all the companies we spoke with.
    It's a great way to communicate between coworkers, on top of scheduling, time off, etc. It's well organized and easy to navigate.
    Cons
    Customer service is terrible. I have emailed and called about 3 open tickets and no one will call me back or respond.
    The most annoying thing about is the notifications. I think everyone gets all the notifications.
    Overall, every restaurant should seriously look into an app like HotSchedules. It saves time and stress on all, avoiding hand written notes that get lost.

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