7shifts Launches New Tip Payout Solution Through On-Demand Pay Product With Clair

New solution gives restaurant employees faster access to earned tips, helping operators improve retention in a tight labor market

7shifts, the leading scheduling and payroll platform for restaurant operators, announced the launch of On-Demand Pay for Tips, a new product powered by embedded fintech leader Clair. The integrated solution allows restaurant employees to access a portion of their earned tips shortly after a shift, rather than waiting for a traditional pay cycle.

The restaurant industry is currently facing a dual crisis: a labor shortage of more than 220,000 jobs compared to pre-pandemic levels and an annual turnover rate exceeding 130%. With three-quarters of operators citing recruitment and retention as their biggest hurdles, instant payments have shifted from a “perk” to a critical survival tool. Research indicates that offering on-demand pay can improve employee retention in hospitality by as much as 36%.

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“Restaurants want to support their teams, but not at the cost of added complexity.,” said Jordan Boesch, chief executive officer at 7shifts. “By offering instant access to both wages and tips inside the 7shifts app, we’re helping operators improve retention and engagement while removing the administrative friction that typically comes with pay access. ”

On-Demand Pay for Tips will be fully embedded into the 7shifts platform. As employees complete shifts, available tip earnings are automatically calculated and made accessible through Clair, eliminating manual processes for operators.

“This launch extends the strength of our On-Demand Pay partnership with 7shifts by embedding instant tip access directly into the flow of work,” said Nico Simko, Co-Founder and CEO of Clair. “By unifying wages and tips in a single, seamless experience, we’re removing friction for employees and giving operators a modern financial tool that supports retention, engagement, and operational simplicity.”

The launch comes as many workers continue to struggle with expenses between pay cycles. By offering optional instant* access to tips at no cost to the employer, 7shifts and Clair are helping operators reduce administrative burden while giving employees greater financial flexibility when they need it most.