With so many priorities to juggle running a small business, office lunch is typically the last thing on your list. But no matter how innocuous lunch breaks may seem, the way your team handles them can have a huge effect on productivity, morale and office culture. Here’s your survival guide.
Create a Functional Lunch Space
You do not even need a costly canteen. A tidy table, microwave and kettle or a mini fridge turn even the most unlikeliest area into lunch land. Make sure that it is away from desks to permit workers a real break.
Establish Fridge Etiquette
Without rules, shared fridges – and a cooperative culture in general – tend to give way to anarchy. Ensure labelling of everything, Friday clean-outs of the refrigerator and respect other people’s food. Display guidelines to prevent those awkward confrontations in the hallway.
Encourage Proper Breaks
Working through lunch for small teams is usually guilt-driven. Lead by example. This one may seem like a paradox, but when your leadership takes time off you are also likely to feel more permission than ever before to do the same in return and come back bright eyed & bushy tailed.
Build a Local Lunch Network
Prepare a list of nearby lunch options such as delivery details, average expenses and special items. Share it with your team. Helping local businesses and also having a hassle-free choice helps both parties win. For Office Lunches, visit crumbsdelivered.co.uk/shop/office-lunch-delivery
Handle Dietary Requirements Thoughtfully
Always inquire about dietary restrictions when setting up a team lunch. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options and other allergies.
Set Realistic Expectations
Specify how long lunch breaks are, and if there is any wiggle room. Consistency matters more than generosity. A consistent 30-minute break is far superior to a de facto company-wide “quiet-hour” policy.
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