Break Tracking
ShiftFlex records break start and end times directly in the mobile app. Break durations are included in each shift's time record and visible to managers in the dashboard.
Starting a Break (Employee)
While clocked in to a shift, you'll see a Start Break button at the top of the active shift screen.
- Tap Start Break. The app begins tracking your break duration with a live timer.
- When you return, tap End Break. The break duration is saved to your shift record.
You can take multiple breaks in a single shift. Each break is recorded separately.
Manager View
In the Time & Attendance dashboard, each shift record shows:
- Clock-in time
- Clock-out time
- Total break duration (summed across all breaks)
- Net worked hours (total shift time minus break time)
Editing Break Records
Managers can edit break start and end times for any completed shift.
- Go to Time & Attendance → select the employee's shift.
- Tap the break entry you want to edit.
- Update the start or end time and tap Save.
All edits are recorded in the audit log with your name and timestamp.
Break durations flow through to Payroll. Net worked hours (after breaks) are used for pay calculations. Verify your organization's break pay policy with your payroll provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does ShiftFlex track employee break time automatically?
Yes. Employees tap Start Break / End Break in the app. The duration is recorded automatically and included in the shift's time record.
Can managers see break duration?
Yes. Each shift record in the manager dashboard shows total break duration alongside clock-in and clock-out times.
Can managers edit break records?
Yes. Managers can edit break start and end times for completed shifts. All edits are logged in the audit trail.