Give Us A Break!

Building the break room of the future with Canteen

Ah, the break room. It’s the oasis where thoughts are gathered, thirst is slaked, snacks are grabbed, and where the workday’s frenetic pace comes to a halt — if only for a few blessed minutes. As unique as the space it occupies, the break room can be a jolt to the senses, a jewel in the crown, and everything in between.

For Canteen, North America’s largest vending, micro market, and office pantry services company, respite areas represent the chance to connect with consumers in innovative, satisfying ways. Established in 1929 as the Canteen Vending Company, today the firm has 200 corporate and franchise locations in 48 states.

“We provide food and beverage where people need it most: where it’s convenient for them. At the workplace, at hotels, hospitals, we try to be everywhere people are who could use a break,” explained Canteen’s Director of Innovation, Jessi Moffitt. “Snacking has become something that everyone does multiple times a day. We’ve seen many studies showing that regular people snack up to three times a day, so the opportunity is for us to be there for them when the time is right.”