Shrinkage Calculator for Hospitality
If you need 15 staff on shift, how many people should be on payroll?
Shrinkage
28.0%
Net Capacity
72.0%
Headcount
70
You need 70 staff to keep 50 available, with 20 extra to cover shrinkage.
Your shrinkage is within the typical industry range of 25โ35%.
Shrinkage categories
Adjust each category as a percentage of total paid time
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Shrinkage breakdown
Live view of which categories contribute most to total shrinkage
Set a category above 0% to view the breakdown chart.
Capacity split
Available time vs shrinkage
Headcount mix
Coverage target vs added staff for shrinkage
Headcount chart is unavailable when shrinkage is 100% or higher.
Frequently asked questions
Why is shrinkage planning important in hospitality?
High turnover and seasonal demand make shrinkage planning critical to avoid understaffing during peak periods.
What's typical shrinkage in hospitality?
Usually 20โ30%, though seasonal operations can see higher rates during holiday periods.
Should I include no-shows?
Yes. Unplanned absences and no-shows are a real form of shrinkage and should be factored into your planning.
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Hospitality Shrinkage Report
Staffing Shrinkage Calculator
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Required Coverage
50
Total Shrinkage
28.0%
Net Capacity
72.0%
Required Headcount
70
Extra Needed
20
Capacity & Headcount Overview
Visual split of availability vs overhead
Capacity Split
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Headcount Mix
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Category Breakdown
Relative contribution of each shrinkage category
No active categories. Set a category above 0% to populate chart data.