A coffee break is more than a drink. It is when the team rests and talks. It is worth planning well.
A good coffee break is short, regular, and happens somewhere that gets people away from their desks. It works best when nobody has to wait in a long queue and when breaks do not all fall at exactly the same time.
Timing and length
Many teams break mid-morning and after lunch. Rough break times help spread out kitchen traffic.
Location
A break at your desk is not a break. A coffee area or break room lets people rest properly. The coffee device, such as a coffee vending machine (publisher's site), should be somewhere people can stand or sit for a moment.
No queues
- A device that serves drinks quickly.
- Two drink points for a large team.
- Tea and water in a separate spot.
FAQ
Do coffee breaks need planning? Not rigidly, but rough times help avoid crowding.
Does a coffee break have to include coffee? No. Rest is what matters – any drink will do.