shiftNOW is a gig economy platform that connects hospitality businesses with pre-vetted shift workers, allowing for flexible staffing solutions tailored to immediate operational needs. The platform enables businesses to efficiently fill open shifts while providing workers with the ability to select jobs that fit their schedules and receive instant payouts after each shift.
Funding
$2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Hospitality businesses often struggle with unpredictable staffing needs, leading to understaffed shifts and increased operational costs. Traditional hiring processes are time-consuming and expensive, while relying on underqualified or unavailable staff can negatively impact service quality.
Solution
shiftNOW is a mobile platform that connects hospitality businesses with vetted, on-demand shift workers to address immediate staffing gaps. Businesses can post available shifts with specific role requirements and instantly access a network of qualified professionals. Workers gain the flexibility to choose shifts that match their schedules and skill sets, with the added benefit of prompt payment upon shift completion. The platform streamlines the staffing process, ensuring businesses maintain optimal service levels while providing workers with diverse earning opportunities.
Target Audience
shiftNOW primarily targets hospitality businesses such as restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and event venues seeking flexible staffing solutions, as well as hospitality workers looking for shift-based employment opportunities.
Features
- Mobile app for businesses to post and manage available shifts
- Access to a pre-vetted network of hospitality professionals across various roles (FOH, BOH, events, managerial)
- Real-time shift posting and applicant selection
- Mobile app for workers to browse and claim available shifts
- Instant payout processing after each shift
- User profiles with verified skills and experience
- In-app communication features for shift coordination
- Location-based shift recommendations