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Everybody Eats Admin Guide

Navigation Guide

This guide will help you navigate the admin interface efficiently and understand how to access all the administrative features.

Volunteer Dashboard View

Section titled “Main Navigation Structure”

Header Navigation

Section titled “Header Navigation”

The top navigation bar provides access to:

  • Dashboard Link - Return to admin dashboard from any page
  • Location Selector - Filter data by restaurant location (when applicable)
  • User Menu - Account settings and logout option
Section titled “Sidebar Navigation (Admin Pages)”

The left sidebar contains organized sections:

📊 Dashboard & Overview

Section titled “📊 Dashboard & Overview”
  • Admin Dashboard (/admin) - Main admin interface with metrics
  • Location filtering - Use tabs to filter by specific restaurant

👥 User Management

Section titled “👥 User Management”
  • User Management (/admin/users) - View and manage all volunteers
  • Volunteer Profiles - Individual volunteer details and notes
  • Parental Consent (/admin/parental-consent) - Manage minor approvals

📅 Shift Management

Section titled “📅 Shift Management”
  • Manage Shifts (/admin/shifts) - Calendar view and shift creation
  • Create New Shift (/admin/shifts/new) - Shift creation form
  • Attendance Tracking - Monitor volunteer attendance

📈 Reports & Analytics

Section titled “📈 Reports & Analytics”
  • Dashboard metrics provide real-time insights
  • Location-based filtering for targeted analysis
  • Export functionality (where available)

Page Layouts and Components

Section titled “Page Layouts and Components”

Dashboard Layout

Section titled “Dashboard Layout”
  • Statistics Cards - Key metrics at the top
  • Location Filter Tabs - Switch between restaurant locations
  • Quick Actions - Common tasks and shortcuts
  • Recent Activity - Latest signups and changes

Calendar Interface (Shifts)

Section titled “Calendar Interface (Shifts)”
  • Date Navigation - Calendar picker for date selection
  • Location Selector - Filter shifts by restaurant
  • Color Coding - Visual staffing level indicators:
    • Green - Fully staffed
    • Yellow - Moderate staffing
    • Red - Critical staffing needs

User Management Interface

Section titled “User Management Interface”
  • Search and Filter - Find specific volunteers
  • Profile Links - Quick access to detailed volunteer information
  • Action Buttons - Common user management tasks
  • Status Indicators - User account and approval status
Section titled “Navigation Patterns”
Section titled “Breadcrumb Navigation”

Pages show hierarchical navigation:

Admin Dashboard > User Management > Volunteer Profile
Section titled “Quick Return Links”
  • Dashboard button always visible in header
  • Back to [Previous Page] links where appropriate
  • Cancel buttons return to previous context

Deep Linking

Section titled “Deep Linking”

All admin pages support direct URL access:

  • /admin - Main dashboard
  • /admin/users - User management
  • /admin/shifts - Shift calendar
  • /admin/shifts/new - Create shift form

Mobile Navigation

Section titled “Mobile Navigation”

Responsive Design

Section titled “Responsive Design”

The admin interface adapts to smaller screens:

  • Collapsible sidebar on mobile devices
  • Touch-friendly buttons and controls
  • Swipe navigation where applicable
  • Mobile-optimized forms for data entry

Mobile-Specific Features

Section titled “Mobile-Specific Features”
  • Calendar view switches to list format on small screens
  • Statistics cards stack vertically
  • Action buttons remain accessible via scrolling

Keyboard Navigation

Section titled “Keyboard Navigation”

Accessibility Support

Section titled “Accessibility Support”
  • Tab navigation through all interactive elements
  • Enter/Space to activate buttons and links
  • Escape to close dialogs and modals
  • Arrow keys for calendar navigation (where applicable)

Keyboard Shortcuts

Section titled “Keyboard Shortcuts”

Common shortcuts available:

  • Ctrl/Cmd + Home - Return to dashboard (where supported)
  • Tab - Move between form fields
  • Enter - Submit forms and confirm actions

Search and Filtering

Section titled “Search and Filtering”
Section titled “Global Search”
  • User search - Find volunteers by name or email
  • Shift search - Locate specific shifts by date or type
  • Quick filters - Common search patterns available

Advanced Filtering

Section titled “Advanced Filtering”
  • Date ranges for historical data
  • Location filtering across all admin features
  • Status filtering (active, pending, completed)
  • Custom filters for specific data views

Common Navigation Tasks

Section titled “Common Navigation Tasks”

Daily Admin Workflow

Section titled “Daily Admin Workflow”
  1. Check Dashboard - Review daily metrics and alerts
  2. Review Pending Approvals - Handle volunteer signups
  3. Monitor Shift Capacity - Address understaffed shifts
  4. Update User Records - Add notes and manage profiles

Weekly Admin Tasks

Section titled “Weekly Admin Tasks”
  1. Create New Shifts - Plan upcoming volunteer opportunities
  2. Review Analytics - Assess volunteer engagement trends
  3. Manage Group Bookings - Process group volunteer requests
  4. System Maintenance - Handle user account issues
Section titled “Navigation Tips”

Efficiency Tips

Section titled “Efficiency Tips”
  • Use location filtering to focus on specific restaurant needs
  • Bookmark frequently used pages for quick access
  • Keep multiple tabs open for complex tasks
  • Use browser back/forward buttons for quick navigation

Best Practices

Section titled “Best Practices”
  • Always save changes before navigating away from forms
  • Check for pending actions indicated by badges or alerts
  • Use confirmation dialogs for destructive actions
  • Keep session active by periodically interacting with the interface

Getting Help

Section titled “Getting Help”

Context-Sensitive Help

Section titled “Context-Sensitive Help”
  • Hover tooltips on complex interface elements
  • Help links in forms and configuration areas
  • Status indicators show current system state

Support Resources

Section titled “Support Resources”
  • Error messages provide specific guidance
  • Validation feedback helps with form completion
  • Success confirmations verify completed actions

Next Steps

Section titled “Next Steps”