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Lunch Break

Business EN ↓ 6 episodes

Lunch Break is a new podcast from ezCater that’s all about the changing world of work. Hosted by ezCater’s VP of Brand and Digital Marketing, Jennie Hardin, each of the six episodes features engaging conversations with thought leaders and ezCater experts. Together, they dig into fresh data from the Future of Workplace Experience Report and talk through what truly brings employees back on-site: from Gen Z expectations and the impact of thoughtful office design to the surprising power of food in shaping connection and culture. Blending real-world stories and actionable insights, Lunch Break is...

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Designing the Future Workspace in a Post-Cubicle World 08.10.2025 42:26

What transforms an office from a traditional workspace to a dynamic workplace? Join ezCater's Lunch Break podcast as Jennie Hardin explores the future of workplace design with Jess Klay, workplace experience strategist. Discover why "curated choice" beats cubicles, how co-creation builds belonging, and how shared meals create a community that drives collaboration.

Gen Z’s Workplace Expectations: Friendship, Food and Fun 01.10.2025 17:32

Gen Z craves connection at work — and they're willing to return to the office for it. Join ezCater's Lunch Break podcast as Jennie Hardin and career expert Vicki Salemi explore why this digitally native generation values workplace friendships, mentorship, and shared meals as essential ingredients for career growth and workplace satisfaction.

Why Food is the #1 Perk For Today's Corporate Workers 24.09.2025 25:41

What makes workplace food more than just a nice-to-have perk? Join the Lunch Break podcast as ezCater's Jennie Hardin sits down with Madison Edwards, Director of Brand and Customer Research, to explore how food has become the #1 draw for encouraging employees to come to the office. Discover why "Generation Foodie" craves connection over convenience, and learn actionable strategies f...

Building Work Friendships in the Age of Hybrid Work 17.09.2025 20:49

In the latest Lunch Break episode, ezCater’s Jennie Hardin and Bevi CEO Cathy Lewenberg discuss the power of workplace friendships. Discover why today’s workers, especially Gen Z, see the office as a social hub. Learn how intentional spaces and activities like company lunches can boost engagement, collaboration, and overall wellbeing, making the office a place people want to be.

Prioritizing Employee Well-Being in the Modern Workplace 10.09.2025 27:12

In this episode of ezCater's Lunch Break podcast, VP of Brand and Digital Marketing Jennie Hardin is joined by Robert Kaskel, ezCater’s VP of People, to talk about employee well-being in our new era of hybrid work. Pulling from ezCater’s Future of Workplace Experience report, they explore what employees truly value: work-life balance, and authentic connections. Jennie and Robert dive into t...

RTO 2.0: What drives today's employees to work on-site? 29.08.2025 24:56

In this episode of ezCater's Lunch Break podcast, VP of Brand and Digital Marketing Jennie Hardin sits down with Micah Remley, CEO of Robin, to explore the changing landscape of work. Drawing on findings from ezCater’s Future of Workplace Experience report, this episode unpacks what today’s employees really want: vibrant in-person connections, but on flexible terms. Jennie and Micah dive into...