Best Payroll Software for Hospitality Businesses.

Flexible payroll software for hotels, restaurants, and small hospitality companies.

Whether you manage a boutique hotel, neighborhood café, or full-service resort, FRIDAY helps you run payroll without slowing down your team. From chefs and servers to front desk and housekeeping, FRIDAY makes it easy to pay staff, manage tips, and stay compliant—all in one place.

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Product overview

Pay your team, your way

Easy Hospitality Payroll for Busy Operations

FRIDAY handles hourly, salaried, and tipped employee pay, perfect for mixed hospitality teams. Automate tax filings, set up pay schedules, and pay staff via direct deposit.

Perfect for: Hotels, cafés, restaurants, inns, bars, resorts, and hospitality groups

Track shifts and hours across departments

Accurate Time Tracking for Hospitality Teams

From kitchen staff to concierge desks, FRIDAY makes time tracking simple and accurate. Staff can clock in on phones, tablets, or a central kiosk, whichever works best for your business.

Key Features:

Mobile and tablet-ready time tracking
Track by role, shift, or location
Overtime and tip pooling support
Manager approval flows

Manage vacations and shift coverage

Streamline PTO and Leave Requests

Make time-off tracking easy for your team. Whether it’s a vacation or a last-minute sick day, FRIDAY keeps your calendar and payroll aligned.

PTO Benefits:

Custom leave policies
Shift visibility for managers
Staff self-service portal
Real-time updates and balances

Keep your team in the loop

Built-In Messaging for Daily Operations

Send announcements, shift reminders, or policy updates directly through FRIDAY. Communication tools help you stay organized and reduce miscommunication.

Communication Features:

Company-wide or team-specific messages
Mobile-friendly announcements
Update schedules or hours instantly

Clock-in station for your front desk or kitchen

Turn Any Tablet Into a Time Clock

Set up a shared kiosk where staff can clock in using a PIN or facial recognition. Ideal for restaurants, bars, and hotels with on-site teams.

Smart Features:

No hardware purchase needed
PIN and face ID login options
Reliable for fast-paced shift changes

Payroll management wherever you are

Run Payroll from the Host Stand or Back Office

FRIDAY’s mobile app lets you process payroll, track time, and manage time-off requests without sitting at a desk.

Mobile Capabilities:

Full payroll functionality
Alerts for clock-ins, shifts, and requests
Staff can check pay history
Spanish support included

Connect payroll to your POS and accounting tools

No More Double Entry

FRIDAY integrates with QuickBooks, POS systems, and scheduling software commonly used in hospitality businesses.

Popular Integrations:

QuickBooks Online & Desktop
POS systems (e.g., Toast, Square)
Scheduling tools (e.g., 7shifts, HotSchedules)
Accounting and HR platforms

Everything you need to
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Protect Your Guest and Staff Data

FRIDAY protects sensitive employee and payment data with secure encryption, monitoring, and best-in-class infrastructure.

Get Professional ABA Payroll Without the Enterprise Price Tag

Join restaurants, bars, hotels, and cafés that trust FRIDAY to run payroll efficiently. Focus on service, FRIDAY handles the admin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I manage payroll for both tipped and non-tipped staff?

Yes. FRIDAY handles mixed teams, including tipped workers, salaried managers, and hourly staff. It also supports tip pooling and overtime rules.

Does FRIDAY help with payroll tax filing?

Absolutely. FRIDAY automatically calculates, files, and remits payroll taxes at the federal, state, and local levels, so you stay compliant.

Can staff track time on mobile devices or a shared tablet?

Yes. FRIDAY offers mobile and kiosk time tracking, letting staff clock in from their phones or a designated device at your location.

Is this good for multi-location businesses?

Yes. You can manage payroll across locations, departments, or teams, all from one dashboard. Set permissions and workflows by role or site.

How long does it take to get started?

Most hospitality businesses are set up and running payroll in just a few days. Our team helps with onboarding and system setup.

Choose FRIDAY

Automate hospitality payroll with ease. Whether you manage a single café or a multi-site restaurant group, FRIDAY helps you pay your team fast and stay compliant.