Hospitality in code orange? How to retain staff in uncertain times

Stef van Hulst

11.9.25

The hospitality industry is on edge. Staff shortages, corona debts and a completely changed mentality make doing business more difficult than ever. Hospitality entrepreneur Won Yip mentions it in The Entrepreneur not for nothing “code orange”. At CashOut, we see the same thing in our customers: it's a struggle to find and retain staff. The old rules no longer work. Employees want flexibility, trust and conditions that suit their lives today. The question is; are you already responding to that?

Hospitality staff shortage? Flexibility works both ways

Every hospitality entrepreneur knows it: we continuously ask for flexibility from our staff. Just take over a shift, jump in last minute, change schedules. For employees, that has become the norm. But, what do you give back? A cake or compliment is nice, but you make a difference with something that really counts. Control their own salary. By letting employees decide when they want to pay out their already earned salary, give you confidence and freedom. That's called Pay On Demand. In the US and the UK, it has been established for years. With CashOut, it is now also possible in the Netherlands.

What hospitality businesses notice with CashOut

Employers who use CashOut experience it immediately:

  • Less staff shortages, more commitment. Employees feel taken seriously. That gives loyalty.
  • Rosters round faster. At James Horeca, services are filled 16% faster on average when CashOut is available. No more stress about empty shifts.
  • More rest on the floor. Employees can cover unexpected costs without debts or advances. Less financial stress means more focus and energy.

In short: asking for flexibility starts with giving flexibility. And that is exactly what CashOut facilitates.

Safe, simple and hassle-free

Of course, you want to keep control. CashOut takes care of it smartly and safely:

  • Transparent. Employees can never withdraw more than they earned.
  • Full direction. You set limits and choose which wage components (such as vacation pay or claims) are available.
  • No extra administration. Everything goes through salary processing. Work. Cash. Ready.

From code orange to code green

The hospitality industry faces challenges, everyone knows that. But right now, you can stand out. With CashOut, you offer employment conditions that match today's expectations. In this way, you bind employees more strongly, fill schedules faster and create a more stable operation.

Entrepreneur and ready to get started with CashOut?