September 29th is International Employee Climate Action Day!
Foodsaver Buffets in the Canteens of Bayer Gastronomie GmbH
he Foodsaver Buffet is part of our regular lunch offering and gives surplus food a second chance. Instead of going to waste, smaller quantities of dishes and sides – such as vegetables, sauces, meat or fish – are offered as part of the buffet. Guests can mix and match their own meal at a fixed price. This helps reduce food waste while offering greater choice and flexibility.
The Outcome
The Foodsaver Buffet has helped us reduce food waste while giving employees an easy way to make more sustainable choices as part of their everyday routine.
The Impact
Beyond reducing food waste, the initiative has helped raise awareness of the value of food and encouraged employees to make more conscious choices. By making sustainability tangible and easy to integrate into everyday life, we hope to inspire others to adopt similar habits.
The Biggest Challenge
Initially, we were unsure how guests would respond to the Foodsaver Buffet. Clear communication and transparency helped create understanding and acceptance, and the response was very positive. As a result, the Foodsaver Buffet has become a permanent part of our lunch offering.
The Biggest Learning
Our biggest learning was to embrace uncertainty and have the courage to try new approaches. The results and feedback can be far more positive than expected.
Most Enjoyed
What we enjoyed most was working together as a team and seeing how a simple idea can make a tangible contribution to our sustainability goals.