Keep every shift running smoothly with instant team chat, staff notifications, shift swaps, task management and broadcast announcements—all inside RosterElf.
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TEAM COMMUNICATION
Keep everyone connected, instantly
TEAM CHAT
Real-time messaging for smoother shifts
Chat keeps managers and staff aligned by bringing all conversations into one place. Send direct messages, create group chats and keep shift teams in sync without switching apps.
Share updates, answer questions and solve issues on the spot. With everything tied directly to shifts and roles, your whole team stays connected and informed.
RosterElf sends push, SMS and in-app notifications the moment something changes. New rosters, shift updates, time clock reminders—your team sees it instantly.
No more missed updates or last-minute confusion. Every alert links directly to the shift, so staff always know exactly what they need to do.
SHIFT SWAPS
Let your team handle swaps, without the chaos
SMART APPROVALS
Approve or decline shift swaps with one tap
Staff can request shift swaps directly from the app, including updated availability and role requirements. Managers get a clean approval workflow that prevents unqualified swaps.
Reduce admin time, avoid overstaffing and keep every shift compliant with Fair Work rules, even when changes happen last minute.
Add notes to any shift to outline tasks, expectations, reminders and important details for the day. Staff see notes instantly when viewing or clocking in.
Clear communication reduces mistakes, boosts accountability and helps new staff feel supported from day one.
TASKS & CHECKLISTS
Assign tasks and track completion
DAILY TASK MANAGEMENT
Ensure every shift runs exactly as planned
Create tasks and checklists that align with each shift. Staff receive their tasks automatically and can mark items off in real time.
Managers can monitor completion and follow up instantly—no more paper lists or forgotten steps.
NEWSFEED & BROADCASTS
Keep your whole business aligned
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Share updates with everyone at once
Publish announcements to your entire team—or specific locations and roles—with a simple broadcast. Perfect for policy updates, reminders or urgent news.
Messages appear inside the app and are backed by push notifications, ensuring your team never misses important updates again.
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“We are extremely happy with Roster Elf, it's a great improvement on the previous system we were using. Sean and all the staff have been fantastic, really know their stuff and make using RosterElf a pleasure.”
Andrew Nathan
“Sean was an amazing help, very patient and thorough.”
Monica Van De Laak
“This app has completely transformed the way I manage my business. Sean’s guidance in tailoring it to my needs was exceptional - his knowledge, calmness and support made all the difference. If you’re struggling with rostering or scheduling, I can’t recommend Roster Elf highly enough. I went from almost closing my doors to feeling inspired about growth and expansion. Deeply grateful.”
Zalia Joi
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At RosterElf, we're passionate about our customers. Our team of rostering experts is dedicated to providing unlimited support, whether you're setting up or using our software long-term.