4. Time Clocking - Getting Started for Admins

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In this article, you'll learn how to enable Time Clocking and track your team's time punches with our time clocking app, 7punches, or directly through your POS system.

 

1. Set Up Time Clocking

   Time Clocking is included with all our plans! Simply head to Team > Start Time Clocking to begin the setup process:

   
   
   

2. Configure Time Clocking Settings

   Take the time to configure your Time Clocking settings to control how your team will clock in/out. You can enforce rules around mandatory breaks, and overtime thresholds, and mitigate compliance risks with additional features.
   
   

3. Download 7punches

   7punches is a secure time-clocking app for your team. It tracks labor data and employee attendance, helping you spot variances, prevent time theft, and reduce labor costs.
   
   Employees can clock in, with an optional photo or geofencing to confirm their attendance. It keeps your restaurant labor compliant by tracking clock-ins, clock-outs, mandatory breaks, overtime risks, and more—all at your fingertips.
   
   

   How it works

   • When your employees arrive for their shift, they'll use 7punches to clock in. Based on your settings, they can punch in on their mobile device, or on a tablet in the restaurant. 
     
     

   • With breaks enabled, your Managers will be alerted about upcoming breaks to ensure you stay compliant:
     
     

   • Managers can approve and edit punches for faster payroll, stronger compliance records, and more precise reporting:
     
     
     
     

Download it here: