Other awards: Second place in Europe Large Company Top 50
European Special Award Winner for Camaraderie
UK Special Award Winner for Health and Wellbeing; Learning and Leadership for Sustainability

One of the side effects of the free food for Google staff is what is known as the “Google 15” – the number of pounds that employees typically gain after joining the internet company. But whether it is providing snacks and gourmet meals in the canteen, annual skiing trips or games rooms at the office, the philosophy behind such perks is the same – encouraging staff to meet each other, interact in informal settings and encourage teamwork.