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Contracting a Pantry Service Provider for Your NY/NJ Company? Make Sure to Hire an Experienced Team.

Judson Kleinman June 7, 2022

For over 26 years, Corporate Essentials has been providing the best in office coffee service throughout the NYC metro area. Ten years ago, in 2012, we added full pantry service for our New York City and New Jersey clients. In that time, other players have entered the market—but there are key differences between partnering with a seasoned office pantry service provider like us and a rookie service that’s still trying to figure it all out. Leading NY & NJ Office Pantry Service Provider When you work with an experienced, professional full-service office pantry team like Corporate Essentials, you’ll find: Knowledgeable attendants who can answer questions about the products in your pantry service, and the services they provide, to ensure a positive client experience Refrigerated trucks for seamless and safe transportation of perishable food products and drinks The ability to reallocate staff and resources to meet client needs or market challenges

Strategies for Bringing Employees Back to the Office in 2022… and Keeping Remote Team Members Engaged

Judson Kleinman March 3, 2022

It’s 2022 and in the almost-post-COVID era, the return to the office is really happening. Many companies are figuring out how to bring employees back to their locations in the new normal of the on-site workplace. There’s a lot to consider to ensure that team members are comfortable, protected, and happy to be back. Those water cooler moments or break room gatherings might look slightly different today, workspaces could be reconfigured, and for the NY and NJ clients we serve, indoor restaurant dining may not yet be comfortable for everyone. Employers must also support their remote employees who still want to feel “part of the team.” Keeping WFH team members engaged and satisfied presents new challenges that require fresh thinking. In addition, many employers might have to balance a hybrid on-site/off-site workforce. These factors present challenges to maintaining a positive company culture and employee connections to each other and to

Corporate Essentials Single Source Provider

Single Source for Office Coffee, Refreshment & Pantry Services NYC NJ

Judson Kleinman January 21, 2022

Strategies for Creating a Safe Workplace, Positive Company Culture and Keeping Employees Happy As experts in corporate coffee service, pantry services, and corporate break room design, we help corporations create safe, satisfying spaces that deliver what your team craves. Touchless craft coffee, better-for-you snacks, and curated fresh office catering, including grab-and-go meals. The Convenient, Cost-Effective Solution for All Your Workplace Essentials For 25 years+, we’ve grown along with our clients’ needs and market demands. With Corporate Essentials, you’ll save time, money, and the hassles of dealing with multiple service providers. Turn to us as your convenient single source for superior customer service, high-quality equipment, and the newest trends in healthy snacks and beverages your team craves. Everything Your Company Needs. Everything Your Team Wants. Pantry Services Our goal: to help keep your employees fueled, focused, and well fed (and keep your pantry fully stocked.) We provide the highest quality brands

Establishing a Corporate Wellness Program To Create a Successful Team

Judson Kleinman November 23, 2021

Establishing a Corporate Wellness Program Will Give Your Business a Shot in the Arm Time for a Wellness Visit—at the Office There are excellent reasons for companies to initiate a corporate wellness program and now is the perfect time, as employees return to the office. Not only will it improve your team’s overall health and productivity, but it can also lower health care, workman’s comp, and disability costs; reduce absenteeism; and increase employee motivation and loyalty. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 7 of the top 10 causes of death were chronic diseases–among the most costly and preventable. By providing a health and wellness program at the workplace, you support your team with education and resources on topics like nutrition, substance and tobacco abuse, and mental health that positively impact their wellbeing and reduce your employees’ risk of disease. This results in fewer sick days, better

The Break Room Breakdown: Office Pantries vs. Micro Markets

Judson Kleinman September 28, 2021

Business owners are quickly realizing the benefits of showing a little extra love to their employees post-pandemic . . . and what better way than to keep them healthfully fed and fueled? Two popular ways to provide refreshments and meals to your team throughout the day are office pantries and micro markets. These employee perks will help your business attract the best talent and build positive culture and morale. But, how do you know which one is right for you? Here’s the breakdown: Office Pantry Services Office pantries—also called free vend service—are designed to offer beverages and snacks free of cost to employees with all expenses picked up by the employer. Pantries have reach-in coolers and racks filled with drinks and snacks ready for team members to grab at will. Inventory and layout design can be customized according to budget, needs, and space requirements. This service is also a time-saver

25 Years of Corporate Essentials – Judson Kleinman Interview

Judson Kleinman September 15, 2021

A Retrospective Look at 25 Years of Corporate Essentials with CEO Judson Kleinman In late September, we’re celebrating our 25th anniversary. Founder and CEO Judson Kleinman looks back at the company that began strictly as an office coffee service provider in this Q&A. Why did you start the company? I always had a dream to start my own company. After college, I worked for a foodservice company where I learned a lot about the industry—especially how much I liked it. In 1996, Starbucks was coming onto the scene and people were noticing the difference of freshly brewed, well-roasted coffees over the status quo. I saw an opportunity to provide excellent coffee that employees would really appreciate. It was a market gap that had not yet been filled. What was your vision of what Corporate Essential could or would be? I liken it to the “Field of Dreams.” Have great coffee

What’s in Your Coffee? – Robusta, Arabica Beans and Local Coffee

Judson Kleinman August 10, 2021

Escape the Daily Grind with Gourmet-Quality, Locally Roasted Coffee Coffee is a basic (many would say essential) commodity with a history as rich and robust as a double espresso. At various times, coffee has been considered a gift from the gods, a magical cure-all, the source of all humanity’s problems and, quite literally, an almost obligatory worker perk. Did you know, for example, that coffee is the second most valuable traded commodity in the world? Or that 450 million cups of coffee are consumed in the U.S. every day? Or that Corporate Essentials has served more than 50 million cups of coffee in the NYC metro area since 1996? There are basically two types of drinkable coffee that come from two distinct types of coffee trees: Robusta & Arabica. While the Robusta market is bigger worldwide, the Arabica (or specialty coffee market) keeps growing as a percentage of the overall

Food for Thought: Micro Markets in the Workplace

Judson Kleinman August 4, 2021

Summer’s here, the pandemic is passing, and your team is coming back to the office. After months of working virtually, there may be a bit of an adjustment period as everyone adapts to structured breaks and lunch hours. With that in mind, you may want to consider the addition of a micro market to your office floor plan. What Are Micro Markets? A significant corporate trend, micro markets are miniature food retail spaces with self-checkout technology. These facilities provide a convenient, healthy, and straightforward fueling experience for the workplace. They are easy to use and are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. They can be designed to fit virtually any space, need no staffing, and employees love the convenience. They are intended to be used with auto-payment apps that promote touch-free transactions through mobile devices. Why are Micro Markets Better than Vending Machines? Unlike traditional vending machines,

Workplace Dining: The Delicious New Perk at Work

Judson Kleinman July 29, 2021

What happens to lavish office perks in a post-pandemic world? Unlimited vacation, casual dress codes, foosball tables, hammocks, nap rooms and video games may attract millennials and Gen Z to a workplace—but they may not “nourish” employees enough. As CNBC reports, free food is still the perk that attracts top talent most often. Food is a great motivator for influencing productivity, engagement, and community. Simply put, the more edible benefits available to your team, the more excited they’ll be to come to work. In fact, the free-food-at-work trend was cited back in 2018, when a Society for Human Resources Management report noted that the percentage of employers offering free food had grown from 20% in 2014 to 32%. The trend continues. A recent survey by Knight Frank Research listed onsite food and beverage as the #1 planned amenity among top facilities companies. It concluded: “As companies rebuild themselves, employee wellbeing is particularly

Water Cooler Wisdom

Judson Kleinman July 15, 2021

The Office Water Cooler Keeps the Conversation Flowing We’ve all experienced a drought of live conversation throughout the pandemic. Remote work and empty offices caused friendly water cooler chatter to dry up for over eighteen months. Before COVID, many of us spent more than half of our waking hours at work. It’s not surprising that most folks have missed their routine social interactions, friendships with colleagues, and the energy of a “live” work environment. Remote work doesn’t provide opportunities for co-workers to catch up after a long meeting or enjoy lunch together. Nearly three-quarters of workers in an Indeed survey say they miss socializing in the office, 45% miss in-person meetings, and 73% miss seeing their colleagues in person. The water cooler has always been an essential part of business life and the benefit of spontaneous conversation among co-workers shouldn’t be minimized. As employees begin trickling back to the office,

Keep Your Team Safe With Touchless Break Room Technology

Judson Kleinman December 15, 2020

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How to Reduce Stress and Anxiety at Work in a Pandemic

Judson Kleinman July 20, 2020

Now that workplaces are reopening in some capacity after the initial COVID-19 shutdown, many company leaders are looking at how that workplace can be supportive, reducing stress and anxiety. A pleasant, inspiring, and welcoming workplace is good at any time. Post-COVID, a safe and supportive environment is all the more important in attracting, motivating, and retaining employees. Let’s talk about how to reduce stress and anxiety at work in a pandemic. When staff has been away from the physical work environment for weeks or months, welcoming them to a calm and cohesive workspace is crucial. You may be working with limited space, or a limited budget, but that doesn’t mean transforming your area is out of reach. You might be surprised to find out how much a few small changes can do for mental health. Here are a handful of tips that we hope inspire you to create positive change.

Office Beverages

Contracting a Pantry Service Provider for Your NY/NJ Company? Make Sure to Hire an Experienced Team.

Strategies for Bringing Employees Back to the Office in 2022… and Keeping Remote Team Members Engaged

Single Source for Office Coffee, Refreshment & Pantry Services NYC NJ

Establishing a Corporate Wellness Program To Create a Successful Team

The Break Room Breakdown: Office Pantries vs. Micro Markets

25 Years of Corporate Essentials – Judson Kleinman Interview

What’s in Your Coffee? – Robusta, Arabica Beans and Local Coffee

Food for Thought: Micro Markets in the Workplace

Workplace Dining: The Delicious New Perk at Work

Water Cooler Wisdom

Keep Your Team Safe With Touchless Break Room Technology

How to Reduce Stress and Anxiety at Work in a Pandemic

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