Homebase

Overview

Homebase is an all-in-one employee scheduling and time tracking platform designed specifically for restaurants, retail stores, and small businesses. It offers a generous free plan that covers essential scheduling, time tracking, and team communication needs.

Features

• Employee Scheduling - Drag-and-drop schedule builder with shift templates
• Time Clock - Mobile and tablet time clock with GPS verification
• Team Chat - Built-in messaging for team communication
• Hiring Tools - Job posting and applicant tracking
• Time-Off Management - PTO requests and approvals
• Labor Cost Tracking - Monitor labor costs against budgets in real-time
• Shift Swapping - Employees can request shift swaps for manager approval
• Schedule Templates - Save and reuse common schedule patterns
• Break Compliance - Automatic break reminders for compliance
• Payroll Integration - Export to payroll providers like Gusto, QuickBooks, ADP
• Mobile Apps - iOS and Android apps for managers and employees

Industries

• Restaurants (quick-service and full-service)
• Retail stores
• Healthcare facilities
• Hospitality
• Service businesses

Pricing

Free plan available with core features. Premium plans start at $20-49 per location per month.