How do I find the shortcode for a specific job?

Use the `list_jobs` tool. It returns a list of all your openings, each with its unique shortcode required for more detailed queries or actions.

Can I add a new candidate directly to a job via AI?

Yes! Use the `create_candidate` action. Provide the job shortcode along with the candidate's name and email to register them in your Workable pipeline.

Is it possible to see the recruiter assigned to an account?

Absolutely. Run the `list_account_members` query to retrieve the directory of all users and recruiters in your instance, including their roles.

INSTANT PLUG AND PLAY

Workable MCP Server for WindsurfGive Windsurf instant access to 7 tools to Create Candidate, Get Candidate Profile, Get Job Details, and more

Name: Workable
Availability: InStock
Author: Vinkius

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Windsurf brings agentic AI coding to a purpose-built IDE. Connect Workable through Vinkius and Cascade will auto-discover every tool. ask questions, generate code, and act on live data without leaving your editor.

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The Workable app connector for Windsurf is a standout in the Productivity category — giving your AI agent 7 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.

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Classic Setup·json

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

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About Workable MCP Server

Connect your Workable recruiting account to any AI agent and simplify how you manage your hiring pipelines, track candidates, and coordinate with your team through natural conversation.

Windsurf's Cascade agent chains multiple Workable tool calls autonomously. query data, analyze results, and generate code in a single agentic session. Paste Vinkius Edge URL, reload, and all 7 tools are immediately available. Real-time tool feedback appears inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor.

What you can do

Job Management — List all active and archived job openings and retrieve detailed job descriptions and requirements.
Candidate Tracking — List and inspect candidates across all jobs, and drill down into specific profiles for experience and status.
Direct Sourcing — Programmatically register new candidates to specific job openings to accelerate your hiring process.
Team Coordination — List account members and recruiters to understand your hiring team structure.
Ecosystem Overview — List linked accounts and verify your Workable instance configuration via AI.

The Workable MCP Server exposes 7 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Windsurf in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

All 7 Workable tools available for Windsurf

When Windsurf connects to Workable through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning applicant-tracking, hiring-workflow, candidate-screening, and more. Every call is secured with network, filesystem, subprocess, and code evaluation entitlements inside a sandboxed runtime. Beyond a simple connection, you get a full AI Gateway with real-time visibility into agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.

create_candidate

get_candidate_profile

Get details for a specific candidate

get_job_details

Get details for a specific job

list_account_members

List hiring team members

list_all_candidates

List candidates across all jobs

list_jobs

List active job openings

list_linked_accounts

List connected accounts

Connect Workable to Windsurf via MCP

Follow these steps to wire Workable into Windsurf. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind the Vinkius.

Open MCP Settings

Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"

Add the server

Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json

Save and reload

Windsurf will detect the new server automatically

Start using Workable

Open Cascade and ask: "Using Workable, help me...". 7 tools available

Why Use Windsurf with the Workable MCP Server

Windsurf provides unique advantages when paired with Workable through the Model Context Protocol.

Windsurf's Cascade agent autonomously chains multiple tool calls in sequence, solving complex multi-step tasks without manual intervention

Purpose-built for agentic workflows. Cascade understands context across your entire codebase and integrates MCP tools natively

JSON-based configuration means zero code changes: paste a URL, reload, and all 7 tools are immediately available

Real-time tool feedback is displayed inline, so you see API responses directly in your editor without switching contexts

Workable + Windsurf Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Windsurf combined with the Workable MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Automated code generation: ask Cascade to fetch data from Workable and generate models, types, or handlers based on real API responses

Live debugging: query Workable tools mid-session to inspect production data while debugging without leaving the editor

Documentation generation: pull schema information from Workable and have Cascade generate comprehensive API docs automatically

Rapid prototyping: combine Workable data with Cascade's code generation to scaffold entire features in minutes

Example Prompts for Workable in Windsurf

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Windsurf agent to start working with Workable immediately.

"List all active job openings in our Workable account."

"Show me the details for the candidate 'John Smith'."

"Add 'Jane Doe' (jane.doe@example.com) as a candidate for the job 'ENG-101'."

Troubleshooting Workable MCP Server with Windsurf

Common issues when connecting Workable to Windsurf through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Server not connecting

Check Settings → MCP for the server status. Try toggling it off and on.

Workable + Windsurf FAQ

Common questions about integrating Workable MCP Server with Windsurf.

How does Windsurf discover MCP tools?

Windsurf reads the mcp_config.json file on startup and connects to each configured server via Streamable HTTP. Tools are listed in the MCP panel and available to Cascade automatically.

Can Cascade chain multiple MCP tool calls?

Yes. Cascade is an agentic system. it can plan and execute multi-step workflows, calling several tools in sequence to accomplish complex tasks without manual prompting between steps.

Does Windsurf support multiple MCP servers?

Yes. Add as many servers as needed in mcp_config.json. Each server's tools appear in the MCP panel and Cascade can use tools from different servers in a single flow.