Smarter scheduling for every QSR shift, every store
- Predict staffing needs with AI-driven insights
- Stay protected with digital records
- Labor law and Fair Workweek made easy
- Prevent burnout and improve crew retention
TRUSTED BY 385,000+ WORKPLACES ACROSS THE GLOBE
“We don’t have to jump through hoops to make sure shifts are filled. It’s all arranged for us".
Carl Churchill, Owner, Alpha Coffee
Create schedules in minutes
Right people, right time, every location
Deputy’s AI-powered scheduling and demand forecasting helps you stay one step ahead of rush periods and last-minute changes.
Predict staffing needs based on sales, traffic, and trends
Quickly fill shifts with available team members
Balance labor spend with expected revenue and stay on budget
Send schedules straight to your team's phones
“We don’t have to jump through hoops to make sure shifts are filled. It’s all arranged for us".
Carl Churchill, Owner, Alpha Coffee
“What I do within Deputy to stay compliant with Fair Workweek is create schedules more intuitively, putting my schedules out as fast as I can so that baristas have work-life balance and that predictability.”
Gonzalo Auerlios-Solis, Cafe Manager, Partners Coffee
Stay ahead of compliance risk
Navigate wage & hour laws
Labor laws are complex and mistakes are costly. With rising penalties and regulations like Fair Workweek and California’s PAGA, staying compliant isn’t optional. Deputy makes it easy with built-in safeguards and audit-ready records across every location.
Schedule the right meal and rest breaks
Get alerts when staff don't have enough time off between shifts
Collect digital sign-offs for missed breaks or shift changes
Maintain trackable records for every employee
“What I do within Deputy to stay compliant with Fair Workweek is create schedules more intuitively, putting my schedules out as fast as I can so that baristas have work-life balance and that predictability.”
Gonzalo Auerlios-Solis, Cafe Manager, Partners Coffee
The go-to source for labor law updates in every U.S. state
To help businesses keep up with the latest labor law changes, our legal experts have created a breakdown of key laws in every U.S. state, including minimum wage.
“83% decrease in time spent on payroll”
Ana Claudia Lopez, Founder, Olivia Macaron
Streamline payroll
Record employee time and attendance
Avoid frustrating timesheet mistakes and get the visibility you need. Deputy keeps accurate, real-time records of every shift so your team is paid correctly and your business stays protected.
Track clock-ins, breaks, and overtime in one place
Export clean, accurate timesheets to payroll in seconds
Get alerts when someone’s late or going into OT
View who’s clocked in across all locations
“83% decrease in time spent on payroll”
Ana Claudia Lopez, Founder, Olivia Macaron
“Deputy provides visibility and empowerment for their employees that wasn’t there before.”
Craig Stone, Owner, Harvest Health Food
Boost productivity and keep your best people
Give your team the tools they actually want
When teams have flexibility and clarity, they perform their best and stick around. Deputy gives your team more control over their schedules, so they show up motivated and ready to go.
Let staff pick up, swap, or drop shifts from their phones
Set availability and request time off without the hassle
Share announcements and updates in one central place
Build a culture of fairness and trust
“Deputy provides visibility and empowerment for their employees that wasn’t there before.”
Craig Stone, Owner, Harvest Health Food
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Disclaimer: The information provided in this publication is for general informational purposes only. Deputy makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, with respect to the software or the information contained in this publication. While Deputy’s software is designed to simplify shift work by assisting with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, time and attendance tracking, payroll integration, and wage and hour compliance, it is not a substitute for payroll or legal advice, nor is it intended to relieve you of your obligation to comply with the legal requirements applicable to your business. It is ultimately your responsibility to ensure that your use of Deputy complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Please review our Product Specific Terms for more information about your compliance responsibilities.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is employee scheduling software for QSRs?
Employee scheduling software for QSRs makes it easy to manage your team, from managers to cashiers to kitchen staff. Deputy’s software helps schedule team members according to their availability, time off, and skills, while giving managers full visibility over wage costs for an efficient schedule.
- What makes Deputy's scheduling software the best for QSR operators?
Deputy's employee scheduling software is built for the pace and complexity of the modern day QSR. It helps you schedule faster, optimize labor with demand forecasting, manage wage and hour laws, and reduce turnover, all while giving your team the flexibility they need.
- How does Deputy help QSR operators manage labor laws and Fair Workweek requirements?
Deputy has built-in tools to help you follow local, state, and federal labor laws. It automatically schedules required breaks, alerts you to risky scheduling gaps, and keeps audit-ready records for every shift, helping reduce the risk of violations and penalties.
- Why do QSR owners love using Deputy?
Because it’s built for the rush. Whether you’re managing a single store or a multi-location chain, owners love how fast and easy it is to get started with Deputy. From scheduling to tracking breaks and staying ahead of wage rules, everything is designed to save you time, reduce labor costs, and keep your store running smoothly. Less time on admin and second-guessing, more confidence in every shift.
- How can Deputy's scheduling software benefit my QSR?
Running a QSR shop means juggling schedules, payroll, and team communication. Deputy helps save hours each week by simplifying shift planning, automating timesheets, and keeping your team connected — while giving you visibility over your wage spend so you can control costs.
- Will Deputy work with my other systems?
Absolutely. Our scheduling app has been built to integrate seamlessly with all sorts of payroll, HR, and point of sale software including Square, ADP, and Gusto. For a full list of integrations, click here.