How to Use the 7shifts MCP in Claude

Q: How do I sync 7shifts with my Claude Desktop setup?

Add the server configuration to your claudedesktopconfig.json file. Once you restart the app, the tools appear under the hammer icon for immediate use.

Q: Can Claude Desktop use 7shifts tools to create new staff?

Yes, you can use the createemployee tool. Just provide the necessary details in your chat prompt and the agent handles the creation process.

Q: Does this work for multiple locations in 7shifts and Claude Desktop?

Absolutely. You can run listlocations to see every site you manage. From there, you can scope your other queries to specific business units.

Manage your restaurant staff and schedules directly from your Claude Desktop interface.

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Full shift control in Claude Desktop

Stop jumping between browser tabs to manage your team. Use `create_shift` to build out your weekly roster right inside your chat session. Your AI agent handles the heavy lifting by pulling data with `list_shifts` and `list_schedules` to ensure you never double-book a server.

Deep employee data for Claude Desktop

Need to check who is working or what role they fill? Run `list_employees` or `get_employee` to pull precise contact and job details for anyone on your payroll. This MCP Server keeps your context window clean by fetching only the specific staff records you need at that moment.

Track labor costs in Claude Desktop

Monitor your bottom line by checking `list_time_punches` against your scheduled shifts. It gives you an immediate look at where your labor hours are going. Compare these punches with `list_departments` to see if your front-of-house or kitchen staff are running over their allotted time.

Setup guide

Set up 7shifts MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The 7shifts MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the 7shifts MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under 7shifts-alternative-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "7shifts-alternative-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about 7shifts MCP in Claude Desktop

Add the server configuration to your `claude_desktop_config.json` file. Once you restart the app, the tools appear under the hammer icon for immediate use.

Yes, you can use the `create_employee` tool. Just provide the necessary details in your chat prompt and the agent handles the creation process.

Your employee records and payroll data are transmitted via encrypted channels. No PII is stored locally by the MCP server, and all requests remain within your authenticated session.

Absolutely. You can run `list_locations` to see every site you manage. From there, you can scope your other queries to specific business units.

This server accesses your shift rosters, employee profiles, department lists, and time punch logs. Access is restricted to these operational records, ensuring your sensitive financial data remains isolated.

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