IRVINE, Calif. — Most employees look forward to the proverbial lunch bell. In addition to providing a much-needed respite and providing the energy for completing the day’s work, lunchtime gives them a chance to bond.
Nothing brings colleagues together more than breaking bread with one another, whether in the break room or outside on a sunny day. CEOs have finally started to take notice, and the demand for kitchens in offices, for team building and aesthetic appeal, has risen exponentially.
Over the last decade as business models have evolved, the rapport that comes from employees' sharing a meal has gained more attention. Food and meals have steadily become an integral part of many companies’ cultures. Kitchens as well as break rooms and cafeterias are appearing in companies from small to large.
Some companies are embracing creative ways to incorporate food into all aspects of their culture. In addition to the occasional breakfast or lunch meeting, many companies have made events revolving around food a central part of their brand. This means that when they look for office space, business owners insist that the space be equipped with a kitchen or allow for build-outs so that one may be added.