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Why Wasn’t I Accepted for a Shift I Submitted My Name To?

At SnapChef, we do our best to match employees with available shifts, but submitting your name does not guarantee placement. Here are some common reasons why you may not have been accepted:
  1. Transporation – Having the ability to travel to and from your shift on your own.
  2. Client Request or Preference – Some clients request specific workers based on experience, past performance, or site familiarity.
  3. Experience & Skill Match – Certain shifts require specific experience or skills that other candidates may have met more closely.
  4. Attendance & Reliability History – If you have a history of tardiness, call-outs, or no-shows, this may affect your selection for shifts.
  5. Shift Availability Filled Quickly – Many shifts are first-come, first-served, and may have already been filled by the time your request was reviewed.
  6. Policy Compliance – Not confirming shifts, failing to check in on time, or previous policy violations can impact future shift placements.
  7. Inconsistent Availability for Multi-Day Gigs – If you are submitting your name for only 2 days of a consistent 5-day assignment, you will not be chosen. Clients rely on consistency, so you must be available for all requested days.
What You Can Do:
  • Continue submitting your name for shifts that match your skills and availability.
  • Maintain strong attendance and performance to increase your chances of selection.
  • Ensure you follow all SnapChef policies, including clocking in/out and confirming shifts on time.
  • If you’re interested in a multi-day gig, be sure you can commit to all required days before submitting your name.
If you have any questions about shift selection, feel free to reach out to the operations team!