Archive for 2017
Where Dreams Come True
Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Delilah who dreamt of meeting her favorite Disney princess. Thanks to our Canteen Appleton team, not only were we able to help make her dream come true in her hometown—we helped send her to Disney World in Orlando, Florida! Four-year-old Delilah suffers from an advanced…
Read MoreThe Sweet Benefits of Whole Fruit
Since Kindergarten, we’re taught that fruit is good for us. From vitamins and minerals, to antioxidants and natural fiber—fruit is an excellent way to get a sweet fix without interrupting your personal wellness goals. But have you ever considered the difference fresh fruit would make on the job? It’s pretty fruitastic! Having fresh fruit in…
Read MoreCanteen Cares: On and Off the Clock
We pride ourselves on our people. Whether it’s the hard work they’re doing on the clock, or the lengths they go to better our communities, we value our associates for all that they do! Take a moment to learn about two of our team members from our Mid-South division who are changing the lives of…
Read MoreHow Food Can Change the World
It’s true that a lot of food goes unused… The amount however, may surprise you. Americans waste about 40 percent of their food. Unfortunately, wasted food also means wasted water. By just throwing away common food items such as lettuce, apples, tomatoes, eggs and beef, the average American wastes about 26,000 gallons of water per…
Read MoreLittle Pods That Make a BIG Difference!
When you hear the term “single-serve coffee,” what comes to mind? If your first thought is a Keurig or something similar, you’d be right on track with the majority of America. In fact, single-serve brewers have been the 2nd most popular way to brew coffee since 2012, after classic drip brewers. What makes them so popular?…
Read MoreNational Iced Tea Month—Drink to Your Health!
June is upon us, which means so is National Iced Tea Month! We all know that iced tea is a great hydration option for the summer heat—but did you know that unsweetened iced tea is also considered a natural superfood? The Harvard School of Public Health has issued many reports praising the health benefits of…
Read MoreRecognizing our Great Canteen Ladies
Did you know? We’re celebrating our first official National Inclusion Day this June, but it’s more than just one month… We recognize the importance of inclusion every day as an integral part of our operation and one of the keys to our success as an organization. For instance, during the month of March, International Women’s…
Read MoreDream It. Design It. Build It.
Picture this: you’re visiting an office on a Tuesday afternoon. What do you imagine you’d see? Most likely, those ceiling-high cubicle walls are a thing of the past. Instead, you’ll see spur-of-the-moment meetings and active dialogue taking place in a more relaxed setting with soft seating, barista-quality coffee machines, snacks… the works. The industry calls…
Read MoreMeet Me: Caitlin O’Shea
She’s the third of four siblings, an Elon University graduate and softball lover. We’re talking about Caitlin O’Shea, and we’re proud to have her on our team! Let’s hear more about her story straight from the source. “I joined Canteen as the Communications Specialist in June 2016 after completing an internship with Morrison Healthcare in…
Read MoreRecruiting & Retaining an Amazing Team
We’re not going to lie… We think our associates are pretty amazing. And you probably feel the same way about your team, right? Here’s the age-old question: how do you retain your great people and for that matter, attract even more talent? Here are some key things people are looking for these days when choosing…
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