--- title: "Configure Variable Labor Thresholds and Minimums" slug: "configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums" description: "Configure variable labor thresholds: set sales breakpoints, hours per tier, and minimum staffing for each parent job in a labor matrix." updated: 2026-05-12T01:25:13Z published: 2026-05-12T01:25:13Z canonical: "docs.restaurant365.com/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums" --- > ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.restaurant365.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Configure Variable Labor Thresholds and Minimums Variable labor minimums and thresholds are configured in a [single location’s labor matrix](/doc/docs/single-location-labor-matrix-record) or [group labor matrix](/doc/docs/multi-location-labor-matrix) when creating or updating a [labor matrix version](/doc/docs/labor-matrix-versioning). > [!NOTE] > New Labor Matrix Experience > > This article covers the new labor matrix experience. If the new labor matrix is not enabled, see the [Legacy Labor Matrix - Variable Labor article](/doc/docs/labor-matrix-variable-labor). Variable labor jobs are configured with [**minimums**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#configure-labor-minimums) and [**thresholds**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#configure-labor-thresholds) that scale with forecasted demand. Minimums set baseline staffing for specific time ranges based on the day’s total forecast. Thresholds increase staffing based on the forecasted sales for each individual hour. [Learn more about how labor minimums and labor thresholds work together in forecasting](/doc/docs/labor-matrix-overview#variable-labor-minimums-and-thresholds). Variable labor configurations can range from simple to highly detailed. The labor matrix supports several levels of specificity, including: - **Minimums and thresholds** can be [identical for all jobs **or** customized per job](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-minimums-and-thresholds-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-job). - **Minimums** can be [uniform across all days **or** vary by day of the week](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-minimums-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-day-of-the-week). - **Thresholds** can [apply to the full day **or** vary by day part](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-thresholds-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-day-part). By default, threshold values are entered as dollars. When [entree forecasting](/doc/docs/entree-forecasting) is enabled, threshold values can be [entered as entrees](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#configure-variable-labor-thresholds-as-sales-or-entrees). Variable labor configurations only apply to jobs with the ‘[Variable Labor’ labor type](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#change-the-labor-type-for-a-job-to-variable-labor). --- ## Security Users must have the following permission to configure single location labor matrixes: - Sales & Cash → Forecasts → Labor Matrix Setup → View/Edit (Single Location Setup) Users must have the following permission to configure group labor matrixes: - Sales & Cash → Forecasts → Labor Matrix Setup → View/Edit Multi-Location Setup These permissions can be added to [custom user roles](https://restaurant365.us.document360.io/doc/docs/custom-user-roles) or [individual users](https://restaurant365.us.document360.io/doc/docs/users-overview-and-security). The [Permission Access report](https://restaurant365.us.document360.io/doc/docs/generating-a-permissions-access-report) can be used to determine which user roles or users already have these permissions assigned. For more information, see [User Setup and Security](/doc/docs/user-setup-security-and-location-access). --- ## Change a Job to Variable Labor Follow these steps to change the labor type for a job to ‘Variable labor’: *Click steps to expand for additional information and images.* ****1)** Navigate to the desired location’s **labor matrix**.** 1. Select **Admin** from the left navigation rail. 2. Expand the **Workforce** category. 3. Select **Labor Matrix.** 4. Select the **Locations** tab or **Groups** tab. 5. Click the **row** for the desired location or group. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-ERXWUX2N.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****2)** Create a [**new version**](/doc/docs/labor-matrix-versioning) or open an **existing future version**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JDROPJK8.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****3)** In the left hand section menu, click **Jobs at Location** to move to the ‘Jobs at location’ section.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-NM23KFYD.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****4)** Locate the desired job, then change the **Labor type** to ‘Variable labor’.** > Only [jobs](/doc/docs/job-records) tied the location for the labor matrix are listed. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-FCGHD2R0.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****5)** Click **Save version.**** > An **effective date is required** to save the version. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-M3HCRYYY.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) --- ## Configure Variable Labor Thresholds as Sales or Entrees Follow these steps to choose sales or entrees as the basis for variable labor thresholds: *Click steps to expand for additional information and images.* ****1)** Navigate to the desired location’s **labor matrix**.** 1. Select **Admin** from the left navigation rail. 2. Expand the **Workforce** category. 3. Select **Labor Matrix.** 4. Select the **Locations** tab or **Groups tab**. 5. Click the **row** for the desired location or group. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-ERXWUX2N.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****2)** Create a [**new version**](/doc/docs/labor-matrix-versioning) or open an **existing future version**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JDROPJK8.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****3)** In the left hand section menu, click **Variable labor** to move to the Variable labor section.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-0WCDEQDJ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****4)** Under **Forecast hours type**, choose the metric to base thresholds on: **Sales** or **Entree**.** > ‘Entree’ only appears when [entree forecasting](/doc/docs/entree-forecasting) is enabled. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-V5F4IWC6.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****5)** Click **Save version.**** > An **effective date is required** to save the version. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-M3HCRYYY.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) --- ## Set Minimums and Thresholds to be One Set of Configurations or Customized per Job Follow these steps to configure how minimums and thresholds are set for jobs: *Click steps to expand for additional information and images.* ****1)** Navigate to the desired location’s **labor matrix**.** 1. Select **Admin** from the left navigation rail. 2. Expand the **Workforce** category. 3. Select **Labor Matrix.** 4. Select the **Locations** tab or **Groups tab**. 5. Click the **row** for the desired location or group. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-ERXWUX2N.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****2)** Create a [**new version**](/doc/docs/labor-matrix-versioning) or open an **existing future version**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JDROPJK8.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****3)** In the left hand section menu, click **Variable labor** to move to the Variable labor section.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-0WCDEQDJ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****4)** Under **Set minimums & thresholds**, select ‘Same for all jobs’ to use one set of configurations or ‘Define by job’ to customize configurations per job.** > [!WARNING] > Switching configuration methods **discards existing** labor minimum and labor threshold configurations. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-H2TIQE1V.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****5)** Configure new [**labor minimums**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#configure-labor-minimums) and [**labor thresholds**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#configure-labor-thresholds).** **Same for all jobs** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-4I1CGB17.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) **Define by job** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-XCBSY3R1.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****6)** Click **Save version.**** > An **effective date is required** to save the version. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-GFQOLH8J.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) --- ## Set Minimums to be One Set of Configurations or Customized per Day of the Week Follow these steps to configure how minimums and thresholds are set for jobs: *Click steps to expand for additional information and images.* ****1)** Navigate to the desired location’s **labor matrix**.** 1. Select **Admin** from the left navigation rail. 2. Expand the **Workforce** category. 3. Select **Labor Matrix.** 4. Select the **Locations** tab or **Groups tab**. 5. Click the **row** for the desired location or group. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-ERXWUX2N.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****2)** Create a [**new version**](/doc/docs/labor-matrix-versioning) or open an **existing future version**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JDROPJK8.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****3)** In the left hand section menu, click **Variable labor** to move to the Variable labor section.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-H2TIQE1V.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****4a)** If ‘**Same for all jobs**’ is selected, toggle on **Define by day of week**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-QHSNYUXX.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****4b)** If ‘**Define by job**’ is selected, check **Set labor minimums by day of week**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-EADWXU7F.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****5)** Configure new [**labor minimums**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#configure-labor-minimums) for **each day of the week**.** **Same for all jobs** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-NUY9HDIT.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) **Define by job** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-MKU6RDTK.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****6)** Click **Save version.**** > An **effective date is required** to save the version. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-GFQOLH8J.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) --- ## Set Thresholds to be One Set of Configurations or Customized per Day Part *Click steps to expand for additional information and images.* ****1)** Navigate to the desired location’s **labor matrix**.** 1. Select **Admin** from the left navigation rail. 2. Expand the **Workforce** category. 3. Select **Labor Matrix.** 4. Select the **Locations** tab or **Groups tab**. 5. Click the **row** for the desired location or group. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-ERXWUX2N.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****2)** Create a [**new version**](/doc/docs/labor-matrix-versioning) or open an **existing future version**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JDROPJK8.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****3)** In the left hand section menu, click **Variable labor** to move to the Variable labor section.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-0WCDEQDJ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****4a)** If ‘**Same for all jobs**’ is selected, toggle on **Define by day part**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-RLTSODQF.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****4b)** If ‘**Define by job**’ is selected, check **Set labor thresholds by day parts**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-S6208ZCQ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****5)** Configure new [**labor thresholds**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#configure-labor-thresholds) for **each day part**.** **Same for all jobs** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-X58W626K.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) **Define by job** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-L72GZ1BL.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****6)** Click **Save version.**** > An **effective date is required** to save the version. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-GFQOLH8J.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) --- ## Configure Labor Minimums Follow these steps to configure labor minimums: *Click steps to expand for additional information and images.* ****1)** Navigate to the desired location’s **labor matrix**.** 1. Select **Admin** from the left navigation rail. 2. Expand the **Workforce** category. 3. Select **Labor Matrix.** 4. Select the **Locations** tab or **Groups tab**. 5. Click the **row** for the desired location or group. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-ERXWUX2N.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****2)** Create a [**new version**](/doc/docs/labor-matrix-versioning) or open an **existing future version**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JDROPJK8.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****3)** In the left hand section menu, click **Variable labor** to move to the Variable labor section.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-0WCDEQDJ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****4)** If defining minimums [**per job**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-minimums-and-thresholds-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-job), select the **desired job**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-5Q13ALEN.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****5)** If defining minimums [**per day of the week**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-minimums-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-day-of-the-week), select the **desired day of the week**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-NY3NAHVQ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****6)** Click **Add minimum.**** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-NS9S7IKI.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****7)** Enter the **Start time** and **End time** that the minimum applies to.** Start and end times are set in 15-minute increments. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-5VAYUIRL.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****8)** In the Name column, enter a **description** for the minimum.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-A469MFNJ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****9)** Enter the **daily** forecasted dollar or entree **threshold** that must be met before the minimum is applied.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-3KRJR0EC.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****10)** In the **Employees column**, enter the number of **labor hours** forecasted for the configured time range when the daily forecast amount is met or exceeded.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-UJ0LMNML.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****11)** To add an **additional threshold** within the same time range, click the **plus button**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-J4KSU7NR.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****12)** Enter a **daily** **forecast threshold** and **labor hours** for the additional threshold.** > The daily forecast threshold **must be greater** than the previous threshold within the same time period. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-J83Y4SNT.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****13)** **Repeat steps 11 - 12** to add as many additional thresholds as needed.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-QSPETTDT.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****Note:** Click the Trashcan button to remove an unneeded threshold.** Deleting all thresholds for a time period deletes the minimum for that period. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-M2YWQOFU.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****14)** **Repeat steps 6 - 13** to add additional minimums with different time ranges as needed.** > Time ranges for minimums **cannot** overlap. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-DE60L421.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****15)** If configuring minimums [**per day of the week**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-minimums-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-day-of-the-week)**, repeat steps 5 - 14** for all desired days of the week.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-65ZBO60X.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****16)** If defining minimums [**per job**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-minimums-and-thresholds-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-job), click **Save,** then **repeat steps 4 - 16** for all desired jobs.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JK3009ZI.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****17)** Click **Save version.**** > An **effective date is required** to save the version. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-WCPMS20J.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) --- ## Configure Labor Thresholds Follow these steps to configure labor thresholds: *Click steps to expand for additional information and images.* ****1)** Navigate to the desired location’s **labor matrix**.** 1. Select **Admin** from the left navigation rail. 2. Expand the **Workforce** category. 3. Select **Labor Matrix.** 4. Select the **Locations** tab or **Groups tab**. 5. Click the **row** for the desired location or group. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-ERXWUX2N.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****2)** Create a [**new version**](/doc/docs/labor-matrix-versioning) or open an **existing future version**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JDROPJK8.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****3)** In the left hand section menu, click **Variable labor** to move to the Variable labor section.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-0WCDEQDJ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****4)** If defining thresholds [**per job**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-minimums-and-thresholds-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-job), select the **desired job**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-5Q13ALEN.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****5)** If defining thresholds [**per day part**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-thresholds-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-day-part), select the **desired day part**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-ZZ5ZQVWX.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****6)** Click **Add threshold.**** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-VD37ZT6J.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****7)** Enter the hourly forecast dollar or entree **threshold**.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-YW2JJN4O.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****8)** In the Employees column, enter the number of **labor hours** forecasted if the hourly forecast amount is met or exceeded.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-J9C77K31.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****9)** **Repeat steps 6 - 8** to add as many additional thresholds as needed.** > The threshold **must be greater** than the previous threshold. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-QZ7XEBQR.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****Note:** Click the Trashcan button to remove an unneeded threshold.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-TGIB31TG.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****10)** If configuring thresholds [**per day part**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-thresholds-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-day-part)**, repeat steps 5 - 9** for all desired day parts.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-QEPN0AZ0.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****11)** If defining thresholds [**per job**](/doc/docs/configure-variable-labor-thresholds-and-minimums#set-minimums-and-thresholds-to-be-one-set-of-configurations-or-customized-per-job), click **Save,** then **repeat steps 4 - 10** for all desired jobs.** ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-348EFTIM.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D) ****12)** Click **Save version.**** > An **effective date is required** to save the version. ![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-VSXEQD7D.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-10T16%3A57%3A52Z&se=2026-11-10T17%3A57%3A52Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=N%2Boi2yF6mx4v63fjLCQgc7T64D7SRl%2BhOaq8E%2BkXMec%3D)