ShiftEATS generates a personalised meal prep plan built around your actual shift rota. Cook once on your day off. Every meal ready to go for your entire work block.
Common questions about shift worker meal prep
How much time does batch cooking actually take?
Most ShiftEATS plans involve a single prep session of 2–3 hours on your first day off. You cook everything at once, portion into containers, and you're done. Some longer cycles have a second smaller prep session midway through.
What if I work different shift patterns each cycle?
You can regenerate your meal plan any time your rota changes. The wizard takes about 2 minutes — just enter your updated pattern and a fresh plan is built immediately.
Do I need any special equipment?
No. ShiftEATS asks which appliances you have — stovetop, oven, slow cooker, air fryer — and only generates recipes that work with what's in your kitchen. A basic hob and oven is plenty.
How long do the meals stay fresh?
Refrigerated meals keep for 3–4 days, which covers most shift blocks. For longer cycles, the app flags which portions to freeze. Frozen meals last up to 3 months and reheat in 3–4 minutes.
Can I use ShiftEATS if I'm vegetarian or have dietary requirements?
Yes — the plan is personalised to your diet type. ShiftEATS supports balanced, high-protein, vegetarian, vegan, and pescatarian diets, with gluten-free and dairy-free filter options.