There’s a lot to juggle in the casual dining industry. From managing staff schedules to keeping up with ever-changing regulations, the tasks on your plate can seem endless. Make your life easier with one simple platform for all your people processes.
Transform your world of work from HR to Scheduling to Pay and everything in between.
Enable employees to have the independence to do everything they need from their mobile device, from booking absences to swapping shifts and lots more.
Align your labour with your demand
Using multi-channel data, from table bookings to local weather patterns, elementsuite crafts precise labour models tailored for your unique casual dining organisation. These models help optimise workforce scheduling while keeping within budget. The result? Big cost savings and the confidence that your team is always in the right place, at the right time, delivering the perfect dining experience for your guests.
Auto-schedule your teams
By utilising auto-generated schedules based on your ‘shape of day’, you can guarantee full compliance with fairness rules. Employees’ roles, qualifications, and availability are all seamlessly factored into staff rotas. Say goodbye to the hassle of emails and spreadsheets – effortless scheduling is now at your fingertips.
Maximise your time & attendance accuracy
You’ll always know who’s worked where and when through elementsuite’s sophisticated geo-fencing functionality. This real-time information automatically feeds into your centralised database, allowing managers to check live staffing levels across multiple restaurants.
Automate your HR processes
The casual dining industry is fast-paced, so simplify your HR processes and leave behind repetitive, tedious tasks. With everything from employee actions to HR resources centralised, make managing your team straightforward, intuitive, and engaging – perfect for saving time.
All your data in one place
Bring together all your data, from employee records to shift patterns, in one easy-to-use system. Access everything you need at a glance, empowering you to make informed decisions without the hassle of juggling multiple platforms.
Enhance your recruitment
Attract top talent with an integrated careers micro-site, seamlessly linked to multiple job boards. Vacancies are easy to manage in one centralised system, while applicants can apply on their mobiles and select interview slots at your specific sites – all in just a few clicks. Cut down on admin, engage candidates from the start, and secure the perfect fit for your team.
Simplify your onboarding
Set your new starters up for success before they even begin. With eSignature tools, they can sign contracts and complete right-to-work checks digitally. They can also begin training and learning activities, so they’re ready to shine from their very first shift. Plus, no more double data entry – the details they provide during recruitment flow straight into their profiles, making onboarding smooth and hassle-free for everyone.
Keep your restaurant teams engaged with real-time updates on site-specific news, event calendars, and more – accessible anytime from their mobile devices. Strengthen connections with your staff and boost retention through tools for rewards, recognition, surveys, and more. Achieve your HR goals and create a thriving, motivated workforce.
Deliver on-the-spot, on-site feedback and easily track performance to ensure transparent, consistent career progression. By supporting your team’s growth, you’ll not only enhance their experience but also improve retention – making development a natural part of your casual dining restaurant’s day-to-day operations.
“elementsuite works shoulder-to-shoulder with us throughout our journey, and through this partnership we’ve been able to continue meeting our business goals and objectives within the company.”
-Jo Benton, Product Manager at McDonald’s UK & Ireland
“elementsuite is a great system. It’s really easy to use and has everything I need in one place. I can check working forecasts and sickness, and all of my employees can request holiday.”
– Danni Verdi, Store Manager, Costa Coffee – Stowmarket
Clear visibility of precise and accurate data gives you the information you need to make better decisions for your business.
No more under- and over-staffing
Save costs by waving goodbye to under- and over-staffing, with precise labour forecasting tailored to your restaurant’s unique needs. From table bookings to food and beverage transactions, elementsuite ensures your rotas align perfectly with your restaurant’s shape of day, down to 15-minute intervals. Plus, track and compare forecasted versus actual staffing levels by site to uncover opportunities for greater efficiency and cost savings – all while keeping your team and operations running smoothly.
Maximise payroll accuracy
Employees can validate their hours daily or weekly, reducing payroll discrepancies and giving you a clear view of total gross pay before the pay run. Increase transparency and make decisions with confidence.
TRONC handled for you
Let elementsuite take the hassle out of managing TRONC payments. With automatic processing, tips are distributed effortlessly, keeping your staff happy and focused. Create a more productive team, all without the administrative burden.
Elevate your operations with customisable dashboards offering insights into staff turnover, performance, workforce management, and more. elementsuite not only streamlines strategic decision-making but also turns insights into action. Plus, bespoke workflows notify employees of essential tasks – whether it’s signing a new contract after a pay adjustment or completing a certification renewal. Gain clarity, cut down on admin, and drive productivity across your team.
Make running your casual dining restaurant easier with elementsuite’s cutting-edge AI tool, ELLA. Need help drafting documents, sending communications, or checking who’s on shift? ELLA has you covered, providing the answers you need in seconds, any time of day. The 24/7 assistant for HR, Managers, and Employees, ready to simplify the workload.
Free your organisation from the shackles of tedious manual admin. Are you an Ops Director that wants optimise staff schedules to meet fluctuating demand? Or a HR Manager that wants to ensure a seamless onboarding process for new recruits? Perhaps you’re a frontline worker who wants to easily swaps shifts with your colleagues, and validate your hours prior to pay day? Whatever it is you need, elementsuite is the all-encompassing platform that empowers each and every part of the organisation.
HR
HR professionals play a pivotal role in fostering a productive and engaged workforce, and the right tools can make all the difference.
Operations
For operations professionals, HR and workforce management software is a key ally. Embracing these tools streamlines resource allocation, optimises schedules, and offers real-time workforce insights.
Finance
Getting data-driven insights for better budget planning, streamlining payroll, and ensuring compliance reduces financial risks. Collaborating with HR to implement these tools leads to a more financially efficient organisation.