Resources

Rosters have you scratching your head? Don’t fret. Here, we’ll break down exactly what rosters are, the types you might find used by hospitality businesses and what you should include in yours.

If you spend each night snugly tucked up in bed, a graveyard shift could sound like something from a bad dream. But it’s no nightmare. The graveyard shift is crucial to industries that work around the clock. But what is a graveyard shift exactly? It’s time to grab some Pro Plus, pull an all-nighter and bone up.

You’re probably familiar with continental breakfasts, or holidays “on the continent”. But you might not be as hot on continental shift patterns. And you could be considering implementing one in your business. To help you make the right choice, we’ve pulled together everything you need to know so you can make the right shift.

Splitting hairs over split shifts? We’re here to put the record straight. In this guide, we’ll explain exactly what a split shift is, where it’s used the most and how you can use them to effectively manage your team.

Trying to understand overtime pay? You’re in the right place. In this guide, we’ll explain what overtime pay is, how it works, and why it’s important for both employers and employees.

You could be forgiven for thinking a 2-2-3 is a seriously depleted football team formation, but it’s not. It’s actually the Panama shift pattern. What is it, how does it work and where does the name come from? All great questions that we’re going to answer here.

A swing shift might sound like a dance move from the 1930s, but it’s actually a key shift pattern that helps bridge the gap between operations. Here we’ll dive into everything you need to know, like what is a swing shift, how they work, where they’re used and give you some tips on how you can manage them effectively.

Curious about 12-hour shifts and how they work? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. This guide explains what a 12-hour shift is, how it’s used in different industries and gives a few tips on how to make 12-hour shifts work for you and your team.

Not all jobs need to be done in a 9-to-5, sitting behind a desk. And that’s where shift patterns come in. But what are they, how do they work, which ones are best suited for certain industries, like hospitality, healthcare and retail? Glad you asked. Let’s get into it.

In this guide, we’ll explain what a rota schedule is, why it’s essential for businesses and how to create one that works for your team.