How to Use the Manatal MCP in Windsurf

Q: How do I connect the Manatal MCP Server to Windsurf?

Open your /.codeium/windsurf/mcpconfig.json file and add the server configuration under the mcpServers key. Alternatively, use the Settings UI under Cascade to add the server URL. Once saved, click Refresh in your MCP panel to let Cascade auto-discover the tools.

Q: Can Windsurf Cascade autonomously reject a candidate in Manatal?

No, this integration only reads data. The server uses getapplication and listapplications to view status, but it cannot write changes or update candidate states. You retain full control over final hiring decisions.

Q: How do I view department structures with this MCP Server?

The listdepartments tool lets your agent pull your internal organizational structure. This helps Cascade categorize jobs and candidates by their correct internal teams.

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The `list_candidates` tool pulls raw talent files directly into your workspace. Cascade reads this data, finds matches for open roles, and schedules follow-ups. You don't have to copy-paste resume details anymore. Once Cascade spots a strong candidate, it runs `get_candidate` to pull their full history. The agent builds a screening profile based on this data, letting you review applicants without opening a browser.

Track active job openings inside Windsurf

The `list_jobs` tool displays all open roles from your recruitment pipeline directly in your workspace. Cascade reads these requirements and instantly maps them against incoming applications. You get a clear picture of which roles need immediate developer attention. When you need deep details on a role, Cascade uses `get_job` to extract hiring manager notes and technical requirements. This lets your agent draft highly targeted coding assessments tailored to the specific position.

Manage hiring pipelines using this MCP Server

The `list_applications` tool exposes the status of every active recruitment process in your ATS. Cascade scans these records to find candidates stuck in review stages. It flags bottlenecks so your team can move candidates forward. By executing `get_application`, the agent pulls specific feedback and interview scores. Cascade uses this history to draft personalized technical rejection or offer letters, keeping your pipeline moving.

Setup guide

Set up Manatal MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the Manatal MCP

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

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my Manatal payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Manatal tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

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

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Common questions about Manatal MCP in Windsurf

Open your `~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json` file and add the server configuration under the `mcpServers` key. Alternatively, use the Settings UI under Cascade to add the server URL. Once saved, click Refresh in your MCP panel to let Cascade auto-discover the tools.

No, this integration only reads data. The server uses `get_application` and `list_applications` to view status, but it cannot write changes or update candidate states. You retain full control over final hiring decisions.

Cascade manages API quotas by caching results during multi-step runs. If you run a broad search, the agent uses `list_candidates` once and filters locally rather than spamming the Manatal endpoint. This prevents your API key from getting blocked.

The `list_departments` tool lets your agent pull your internal organizational structure. This helps Cascade categorize jobs and candidates by their correct internal teams.

Your candidate profiles and application histories remain inside Vinkius's secure V8 isolate sandbox. Windsurf accesses this data via an encrypted local connection, and no candidate information is ever stored on external servers.

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