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Available in free and premium plans

The Coffee Station gives employees easy access to coffee and other drinks during the workday. It can be offered at the office or through local cafés.

This perk helps employees feel more satisfied and makes the workplace more comfortable. It also supports casual conversations and collaboration.

Companies can pay for it in full, cover part of the cost, or connect it to payment tools like RFID cards or mobile apps.

Supported coffee & beverage options

Companies can choose from different ways to provide coffee and other drinks. The best options depends on space, budget, and employee preferences.

On-site options

  • Automatic coffee machines: Self-service stations with espresso, drip coffee, and other hot beverages.
  • Premium machines or barista service (optional): For busy offices or special events.

External options

  • Coffee shop vouchers: Prepaid or discounted vouchers for partner cafĂ©s near the office.
  • Monthly subscriptions: Coffee packages employees can redeem at specific cafĂ©s or through the app.

Delivery service (optional)

  • Scheduled delivery: Drinks delivered to specific areas in the office.
  • Custom orders: Employees can request drinks through the app or portal.

Implementation steps

  1. Select a provisioning method
    Choose on-site coffee, partner cafés, delivery service, or a mix.

  2. Define subsidy and payment rules
    Decide if coffee is free, partly subsidized, or paid by employees.

  3. Integrate payment or Access systems
    Use RFID cards, mobile apps, or QR codes for redemption.

  4. Monitor consumption (optional)
    Track usage and restocking needs.

  5. Communicate availability
    Share instructions on the platform and notify employees.

Employee experience

  • Employees get drinks on-site, at partner cafĂ©s, or via deliery.
  • They redeem drinks with an RFID card, app, or voucher.
  • The system can track usage and collect feedback.

Business benefits

A coffee perk can:

  • Boost employee morale and energy during the workday.
  • Encourage casual conversations and collaboration.
  • Create a more comfortable workplace.
  • Reduce off-site breaks and improve productivity.