The short answer: the best break room meat snack is an individually wrapped beef stick in a counter cup, because it is grab and go, needs no fridge and does not leave crumbs. Start with a Buffalo Bills Assorted Hot and Mild Ole' Smokies cup (15 or 24 sticks) per 10 people per week, and move to bulk bags once you know what the team likes.
Why meat snacks work at the office
- Real food between meetings: 7 to 10 grams of protein per stick holds people over better than a candy bar or a bag of chips.
- No fridge, no microwave, no mess: sticks sit on a counter or in a drawer, and there is nothing to wipe up.
- Everyone can take one: most Buffalo Bills sticks contain none of the 9 major allergens, and there are beef, turkey, pork free and no pork options across our brands.
- They do not get stolen by the dozen: one stick is a snack. Nobody walks off with the whole cup.
Wrapped or bulk?
Wrapped sticks are the right call for most offices. Each Ole' Smokie is sealed, so the cup stays fresh for weeks and people can take a stick to their desk. The cup itself doubles as the display. Choose Assorted if you do not know your team's tastes, or a single flavor like Spicy or Turkey once you do.
Bulk bags like Short Shots are the economical pick: about 120 bite size sticks for $39.99, roughly 33 cents each. They work when the bag lives in one place, a shared bowl at a reception desk or a warehouse break table, and gets finished within a few weeks. Pour out a day's worth at a time and keep the bag sealed.
For a mixed crowd, Trail's Best meat and cheese twin packs are a more filling option, and Hannah's pickled sausages are a favorite on shop floors.
How much to order
A simple formula: one stick per person per day they are in the office. A team of 10 on a 5 day week goes through about 50 sticks, so two 24 count cups cover a week and a half. For 25 people, a 2 lb saddlebag plus a cup each week is about right. If you run out before Friday, order up; if cups linger past two weeks, order down.
Many offices set a standing order so the cup is always full. Subscribe and Save delivers every 2 to 12 weeks at 10% off, and you can skip or change any time.
Ways to save
- Buy 3 or more items and save 5%; 6 or more and save 10%. Mix brands and flavors freely.
- Orders of $59 or more (after discounts) ship free to the 48 contiguous states.
- Stocking several break rooms or a whole building? Ask about wholesale pricing. We sell to offices, schools, teams and camps direct from Lebanon, Pennsylvania.
FAQ
What is the best high protein snack for an office break room?
Individually wrapped beef sticks. A Buffalo Bills Ole' Smokie has 7 to 10 grams of protein, needs no refrigeration, and comes in a cup that doubles as a counter display.
How many beef sticks should I order for an office?
About one stick per person per office day. For 10 people, two 24 count cups cover a week and a half. Adjust after the first order.
Do office beef sticks need to be refrigerated?
No. Sealed, individually wrapped sticks are shelf stable at room temperature until the best by date. Keep the cup out of direct sun.
