Ensuring Your Office Kitchen Is Well-Equipped
Covid-19 and associated societal lockdowns have of course given us all quite the challenge over the last year, and that’s putting things mildly. That said, many entrepreneurs or small business owners are looking to use this time to restructure their approach, and invest in the things they can a) afford to, and b) that may help them secure a better and more competent approach going forward.
It’s often the little details that matter, as a change in your process can at least be tested to see what the results are. As such, we’re going to focus on perhaps a smaller consideration that you haven’t thought too important during this time, but what may serve a deeply important function when a return to the office becomes the norm.
We’re talking about the staff kitchen. That’s right, it has a big impact on morale, and just how cared for your employees feel themselves to be. Furthermore, there are some efforts you can take to go above and beyond, without having to invest too much in the long run. What does this mean? Let’s consider:
Proper Equipment
Proper equipment is of course essential no matter where or how you outfit your business, but it’s surprising how many offices bumble along with a poor-quality coffee machine, an unclean and unreliable microwave, a fridge that barely holds enough space for the office, and hot water that’s unreliable. Investing in outfitting your kitchen or perhaps simply purchasing top-quality items in this regard can be important. The coffee machine, for instance, can provide immediate, enjoyable and continual access to caffeine - a subtle investment in your staff’s productivity.
Excellent Hygiene
Hygiene is also a very important undertaking, and unfortunately, many staff kitchens totally neglect it. Implementing a rota of cleaning for your staff to follow, or better yet, investing in a cleaning service to come and wipe it down head to toe can be important. You may also invest in measures that retain cleanliness, such as asking Are Bamboo Utensils Sanitary? - or perhaps making sure the cleaning tools and products needed for a quick surface wipe down are present. Don’t forget to implement additional cleaning measures for your office kitchen coffee machine to keep it working well and sanitary. Adding a coffee grinder brush to your kitchen cleaning equipment list is a useful purchase and one that will get plenty of use, as it effortlessly sweeps coffee granules, crumbs, and dust off your kitchen surfaces. With the help of the right equipment, your employees will be able to keep the kitchen looking clean without too much time and effort.
Staff Ease & Convenience
You may also provide a place for staff to eat outside of the kitchen, meaning that those who enjoy spiced lunches don’t have to feel embarrassed about eating food from their culture - because this is often the best food of all. You may also decide to arrange a kind of promotional discount with a local cafe, supporting local businesses.. A little staff ease and convenience can not only help them feel refreshed after their lunch break, but more comfortable and appreciative of the concessions you have made. In the right context, this might also help them live more healthily on average and make better choices. It can’t hurt to curate ahealthy, alert, and appreciative workforce, and a great lunchtime is often integral to that.
With this advice, we hope you can more easily ensure your office is well equipped.
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