New Year, New You?

Sometimes, a Breaktime Market isn’t the right fit for your office but that doesn’t mean you’re out of options. A well-stocked office pantry can be a simple and effective solution, especially if you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back to your employees.

If you’ve ever wondered about the difference between a micro market and an office pantry, the answer comes down to structure and purpose.

A Breaktime Market is an unattended self-checkout solution that can be curated to fit your workplace. These markets are paid for by employees and typically offer a wide range of snacks, beverages, and refrigerated items. They work especially well in large office buildings, locations with high foot traffic, and workplaces with multiple shifts where employees have limited time to leave the building.

An Office Pantry, on the other hand, is fully employer-sponsored and provides a shared selection of snacks and beverages for employees. Pantries focus on staple items like chips, granola bars, coffee, and drinks rather than full meals. This option is ideal for smaller corporate offices, hospital lounges, and environments where boosting employee morale and strengthening company culture is a priority.

This month, we’re focusing on workplace solutions that help you truly embody the idea of “New Year, New You” by creating spaces where employees feel supported, valued, and energized throughout the workday.

Our pantry choices specifically bring you:

Single-Serve Solutions:

Portion-controlled snacks and condiments promote efficiency, hygiene, and cost management. By reducing waste and maintaining consistency, single-serve items keep your office pantry organized and employee-friendly.

These solutions range from stick packs which can include drink mixes, instant coffee to even your condiments like ketchup! These are beneficial for on-the-go lifestyles they can be easily taken and used for a later date, while also delivering and letting the consumer know the exact nutritional supplements!

Always Fresh, Always Rotating:

Variety is key. By regularly rotating snacks and beverages, your team gets to discover new favorites and seasonal options they’ll look forward to. With Five Star handling stock renewal from start to finish, there’s no restock hassle and everything feels fresh, current, and thoughtfully curated every time someone stops by.

This rotating stock helps improve the employee experience by ensuring products stay visible, clearly labeled, and easily accessible. With organized displays and regular inventory management, nothing goes overlooked.

From the merchandiser tracking inventory to speaking directly with employees, these touchpoints help us understand preferences and adapt as needs evolve.

Hydration Made Easy:

From antimicrobial filtration to touchless dispensers, staying hydrated has never been simpler. Offering easy access to water alongside low-sugar drinks keeps your team refreshed and focused all day long.

A Bevi machine is one of the solutions we offer, providing customizable still, sparkling, and flavored water. A single Bevi machine can save 30,000–50,000 bottles annually, helping your workplace reduce waste and promote sustainability. Bevi offers both floor-standing and countertop models, so there’s an option to fit nearly any space.

Happy employees are fueled employees. Providing wholesome, delicious snacks boosts morale, energy, and productivity.

Reach out today for a free consultation and see if a pantry may be a good solution for your workplace!