Standby

Standby is a Denver-based staffing platform that specializes in connecting restaurants with flexible, W-2 compliant kitchen staff. The company provides vetted and insured culinary professionals while handling all administrative tasks including payroll and taxes.

Standby operates as a comprehensive staffing solution specifically designed for the restaurant industry, focusing on providing flexible kitchen staff that seamlessly integrate into existing teams. The platform addresses the critical staffing challenges faced by restaurants by offering both temporary and permanent staffing solutions with same-day hiring capabilities.

What sets Standby apart is their commitment to compliance and risk mitigation. All workers are W-2 employees of Standby, ensuring restaurants never face the risk of worker misclassification issues common with gig economy platforms. Each worker comes fully insured and has been thoroughly vetted with proven experience in the culinary industry.

The company's approach centers on removing administrative burden from restaurant operators. Standby handles all aspects of the hiring process, from worker vetting and payroll processing to tax management and insurance coverage. This allows restaurant owners and managers to focus on their core business operations rather than getting bogged down in staffing administration.

Standby offers flexible engagement models, including on-demand staffing for immediate needs like covering rush periods or filling last-minute gaps, as well as permanent placement services. Their permanent hiring model allows restaurants to trial workers through temporary shifts before making full-time commitments, providing a risk-free way to build their core team with proven performers.