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Sean Wyse By Sean Wyse Updated 13 January 2026 3 min read
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Managing multiple sites in RosterElf

Learn how to manage multiple sites in RosterElf for better organisation and flexibility. Setting up sites helps you separate different physical locations, departments, or teams, making it easier to manage staff, budgets, and schedules. This article explains the benefits of creating multiple sites and how it can help you streamline your business operations.

1. Setting up geographical locations as sites

Separating physical locations into different sites within RosterElf simplifies management for businesses with multiple locations. By setting up sites for each location, you can easily manage schedules, staff assignments, and track performance for each place individually.

1.1 Creating sites for each location

1.1.1 Log into your RosterElf account.

1.1.2 Navigate to the Sites section in the top menu.

Screenshot of the RosterElf settings screen showing the Sites section

1.1.3 Click Add New Site and enter the location's name.

Screenshot of the Add New Site window with a location name being entered

1.1.4 Save the details to create a new site for that location.

Screenshot showing the process of saving details for a new site

1.1.5 Repeat for each physical location you wish to manage separately.

2. Using sites to manage departments

You can also use RosterElf's site feature to manage different departments within the same physical location. This setup helps businesses like restaurants, retail stores, or service providers where different departments operate under the same roof but need separate schedules and rosters.

2.1 Setting up department-based sites

2.1.1 Log into your RosterElf account.

2.1.2 Go to the Sites section under settings.

Screenshot showing the Sites section in RosterElf's settings for department-based setup

2.1.3 Click Add New Site and name it after the department (e.g., Reception, Back of House, etc.).

Screenshot of adding a new site named after a department

2.1.4 Save the details to create a new site for each department.

Screenshot illustrating the saved details for the department-based site

2.1.5 Repeat the process for each department you need to manage separately.

3. Benefits of setting up multiple sites

Creating multiple sites in RosterElf provides several advantages for businesses of various sizes:

3.1 Budget management for each site

3.1.1 Publish each site's schedule individually to monitor financial performance.

3.1.2 Compare each site's budget against its actual labour costs.

3.1.3 Adjust rosters or staffing levels based on each site's financial data.

3.2 Assigning management roles to specific sites

3.2.1 Managers can access only their designated site's roster and approve changes.

3.2.2 This feature is ideal for businesses with multiple managers overseeing different areas.

3.2.3 Managers can process payroll and schedules for their assigned site without affecting others.

3.3 Preventing shift overlaps between sites

3.3.1 Employees are rostered only at the site where they are assigned.

3.3.2 This helps avoid accidental shift allocation at a location where an employee does not work.

3.3.3 Improves efficiency in managing staffing across multiple locations.

Frequently asked questions

1. How do I set up multiple sites in RosterElf?

Log into your account, navigate to the Sites section in settings, click Add New Site, enter the name of the location or department, and save the details. Repeat for each site.

2. Can I use RosterElf to manage different departments in the same location?

Yes, you can manage different departments within the same physical location using the site feature. Create separate sites for each department, such as Front of House or Kitchen.

3. What are the benefits of setting up multiple sites?

Multiple sites help you streamline operations by managing schedules, budgets, and staff separately for each location or department. It also allows better financial tracking and prevents scheduling conflicts.

4. How can I manage budgets for each site?

Publish the schedule for each site individually and monitor its financial performance. Compare the budgeted costs against the actual labour expenses for each site.

5. Can I assign managers to specific sites?

Yes, managers can be assigned to specific sites. They can access only their assigned site's rosters, approve changes, and handle payroll without affecting other sites.

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