Workplace Food Report 2027: 5 Trends in Workplace Food Services
Your teams are returning to the workplace more often and expect more than just a bowl of fruit. The 2027 Workplace Food Report highlights five trends that will shape workplace dining in the coming year. It includes Swiss statistics and a checklist for your budget planning.
Most Swiss companies currently expect employees to work in the office about three days a week (JLL Switzerland, 2024). But policies alone don’t make a workplace attractive. Employees ask what’s in it for them, and one of the strongest answers is good food. Find out what should be on the menu in 2027, when employees actually eat, and what questions you should ask your food service partner in this 8-page report. It is intended for decision-makers in HR, People, Workplace, and Office Management who are planning their 2027 budget.
What statistics show that workplace dining is changing?
86% of employees consider a discounted lunch or a lunch plan provided by their employer to be important (Swibeco, 2023).
Only 17% eat lunch in a cafeteria, while 28% eat in the break room or at their desks (Swibeco, 2023).
Only 13% of adults consume the recommended 30 g of dietary fiber per day (menuCH, 2022).
About 330 kg of avoidable food waste is generated per person per year in Switzerland (ETH Zurich on behalf of the FOEN, 2019).
What are the 5 trends the report predicts for 2027?
Food is becoming a key driver of on-site presence. Why food services are moving from the benefits list to the workplace strategy.
Every day instead of once a week. Why a big buffet on Tuesday isn't as beneficial as you might think.
Protein, dietary fiber, and smaller portions. What should be on our plates in 2027, and what role GLP-1 medications play in this.
Catering Without Food Waste. The question your catering partner will soon need to be able to answer.
Non-alcoholic drinks are becoming the norm. What will be served alongside beer at after-work drinks in the future.
For each trend, the report provides you with the figures, our forecast for 2027, and specific tips for your planning.
When do employees actually eat at work?
FELFEL operates the " FELFEL " refrigerator (Smart Fridge) at workplaces throughout Switzerland. Every purchase is a data point. In the report, we present five samples from 2026:
Which days of the week are the busiest?
What other times of day count besides noon?
What dishes are served for lunch
How often employees return
What questions should you ask your food service partner in 2027?
The report includes a checklist with 6 questions for your next budget cycle. Two of them are:
Is food provided every workday, or only on special occasions?
How much food gets thrown away, and can you show me the number?
You'll find the four additional questions in the PDF; please share them with your team.
WORKPLACE FOOD REPORT 2027: DOWNLOAD FOR FREE NOW
Here's what you'll get:
All 5 Trends, with Statistics and Our Forecast for 2027
Exclusive samples from the " FELFEL " refrigerators
The Checklist: “6 Questions for Your Food Service Partner”
The Complete List of Sources
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Workplace Food Report 2027?
A free 8-page report from FELFEL Switzerland. It describes five trends in workplace food service and is based on Swiss studies as well as observations from FELFEL refrigerators.
Who is this report intended for?
For HR, People, Workplace, and Office Management professionals who are planning their 2027 food service budget.
What sources does the report use?
These include BFS, Michael Page, JLL Switzerland, Swibeco, BLV/BAG (menuCH), SRF, ETH Zurich on behalf of the FOEN, and the Swiss Brewers Association. The complete list of sources is included in the PDF.
How much does the report cost?
Nothing. You'll receive it for free via email after you enter your contact information.
How can you organize meals at work without a kitchen?
With the FELFEL refrigerator (Smart Fridge), which keeps freshly cooked meals, breakfast, and snacks ready around the clock. It requires only 1 m² of space and a power outlet.
About FELFEL
FELFEL It’s the alternative to the cafeteria: The FELFEL fridge delivers freshly cooked meals from partner chefs, breakfast, and snacks right to the workplace—24/7, in just 1 m², and without the need for a kitchen. Since 2013, over 1,000 companies throughout Switzerland have been providing meals for their employees through FELFEL.