If you run a hospitality business in the UK, you’re probably familiar with the Tronc system. Tronc systems separate tips from your business and processes them independently of payroll. This brings with it a host of benefits, such as exemption from NIC costs and compliance with tipping legislation, making it the most efficient way to handle tips in your business.
However, many businesses are still handling their Tronc systems the old-fashioned way. If your Tronc system consists of an excel spreadsheet and a casio calculator, it might be time to take action and bring your Tronc into the 21st century. Digital systems like JustTronc automate your tronc process, streamline your operations, and lower the rate of human error involved with manual calculations.
Here’s what a digital Tronc system can do for you:
Automation
Digital Tronc systems are designed to automate the Tronc process, saving you valuable time. A digital Tronc system spares you the manual counting and calculations, doing this for you automatically. Tronc points and hours worked can be factored in easily and automatically, sparing you the guesswork and mental maths.
As well as this, a digital Tronc system such as JustTronc will generate reports for you automatically (which are required by HMRC under the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023). This reduces the stress of having to get your records together if needed, as they are all easily accessible in the one place.
External Troncmaster
A troncmaster is in charge of overseeing the tronc process and allocating tips. There are a lot of advantages to having your Tronc system managed by an external troncmaster. To stay compliant and NIC-exempt, the troncmaster cannot be the employer- they must be completely separate.
An external digital troncmaster is the best route to take- this saves your senior staff from the hassle of taking on the role of troncmaster – a burden they may not be willing or able to take on. It also completely removes the Tronc process from your business, so that you don’t need to stress over tips and gratuities.
User-friendly Tronc Portal
The JustTronc dashboard is designed to be as user-friendly as possible. The modern and intuitive platform keeps all Tronc records and reports in one place, so that you and your staff have full transparency when it comes to the Tronc process.
Tips and gratuities are split through the portal using a formula that factors in hours worked and Tronc points – this takes the need for calculating tips manually out of your hands. It’s a fully simplified process that eliminates miscalculated/unpaid tips at the hands of human error.
Modern Solutions for a Modern Workforce
The hospitality sector is rapidly becoming more digital. From online ordering to digital rostering systems and contactless payment systems, there is no reason your Tronc system should get left behind. A modernisation of your Tronc system will help bring your tips into the 21st century- no more manual calculations or burnt-out troncmasters.
To get started with JustTronc, book a call with our team here or see our savings calculator to find out how much you could save for your business and staff with JustTronc.
