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Fresh food is a staple at The Office CBK as we have a specific procedure to be sure that our customers always receive the freshest of ingredients. That includes timely deliveries and maintaining a short shelf life. Here is a closer look at how we make sure that every patron is guaranteed fresh food.

Prioritization

Some restaurants and bars have differentiating priorities. There are some that emphasize turnover while others stress quality. At The Office CBK, we have made it a priority to serve customers only fresh food. That has allowed us to develop a system that ensures food is used right away.

Shelf life

Every establishment that serves food has to stock up on ingredients. However, it is important to know exactly how much to order and when to order it. At The Office CBK, none of our food has a shelf life of more than seven days. We carefully mark all our food items and when that week is up, any remaining food items are discarded. We never hang onto any of our menu items beyond that time limit.

Deliveries

Food deliveries are made at The Office CBK three times a week to ensure freshness. Our management staff is very particular about when those deliveries arrive. Those time slots are selected to ensure the utmost freshness of ingredients. We also order from reputable vendors who have long-standing reputations in the industry.

Local vendors

The Office CBK takes pride in ordering products from local vendors and farms. We understand that these vendors are part of the fabric of South Carolina commerce. They also provide quality food products, which we can deliver right to our tables. Patrons can rest assured that we contribute to local vendor and farmers, bringing freshness with every bite.

Quality control

Monitoring food inventory is a full-time task at The Office CBK. Our quality control is carefully carried out as we have team members checking food items for freshness on a daily basis. That means going over every menu item and every set of ingredients to ensure they are at their freshest. This is a detailed process that is attended to daily.

Transparency

There is no hiding any of our ingredients. Our menu clearly states what we serve and we also fill our customers in on every ingredient used in the process. At The Office CBK, we are an open book when it comes to what we put into our menu items.

Craft beer has become a staple in some of the most popular pubs and bars all over the country. Being able to sample different beers has also become a pastime for drink aficionados. The Office Craft Bar and Kitchen brings an ensemble of craft beers to our customers, introducing a unique sampling experience.

The collection of beers features a lot of local flavor as well. More than 20 of our 28 tap lines are always filled with local beers brewed in North Carolina and South Carolina. We regularly change out beers to provide our customer base with a lot of variety. Here is a look at more of our craft beer offerings.

Flights

We provide flights of beers so that you can sample a few smaller sized glasses. Our flights of beers bring you four craft beers of your choice in 6-ounce glasses for the low price of $10. This is a popular item that allows patrons to sip local beer flavors and determine which ones might become their new favorites.

Specials

Draft specials are always on tap at The Office. Monday $4 drafts start out the week and we keep things rolling with different nightly specials. Daily happy hour starts and 4 p.m. and runs until 7 p.m. It’s the perfect time to stop in and try a draft or two after a long day of work. Some of our craft beers even come complete with a cinnamon sugar rim.

Local Flavor

There is a great deal of pride in stocking our taps with local craft beers. We are fortunate to have so many outstanding breweries in the great state of South Carolina. It is important to us to bring these local flavors to our customers while also supporting other in-state businesses. It is a way to strengthen commerce throughout the entire state and help keep our local economy thriving.

Craft beer knowledge

It’s okay if you are not an expert in craft beers. Our staff will guide you through each craft beer selection. Our staff has sampled and learned about all our craft beers, which helps broaden the knowledge of our customer base.

Make a great night even better

Craft beers go even better with live music, professional sporting events and fire pits. All that is at your disposal when you stop by The Office. Our craft beer selection is a great way to celebrate every night of the week and we have a variety of events to help ring in a great time all year long.

Product availability and pricing subject to change. Please visit and follow our Facebook Page for the latest announcements on food and drink specials, live entertainment and events happening at The Office.

At The Office Craft Bar and Kitchen, community means a great deal. But our dedication to the local community goes beyond mere words. We are committed to doing our part in bettering the local community. Monthly donations are a way for us to give back and that comes in a variety of different forms.

Gift Card Donations
In the midst of the hustle and bustle of our everyday business, The Office CBK makes sure to stay involved with the process of giving back. Every month, we donate up to $200 in gift cards. The majority of these donations go out to local schools and churches in the community. It is a way to give back and remain a conscientious proprietor in the community. Our gift card donations differ in value, but remain a constant part of our monthly itinerary.

Responsible Business
The Office CBK is an active member of the Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce. This organization requires membership and works with local businesses to achieve the long-term goal of economic vitality. The Chamber’s mission is to heighten the sense of community among local businesses. For The Office CBK, it is one more way to help strengthen our local roots. We are proud to stand alongside other reputable businesses in the community, doing our part in growing local commerce.

Breast Cancer Awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and The Office CBK does our part every year to help the cause. We have created a signature craft cocktail, called “The Pink Slip,” which has become a choice favorite among guests. Through the month of October, we donate $1 for every Pink Slip sold at The Office CBK. The Pink Slip is a refreshing cocktail that includes just the right amount of peach vodka, lemonade and fresh raspberries. We sell quite a few of these cocktails, equating to a sizeable donation that helps a truly worthy cause.

Continued Community Involvement
As a newer member of the local business community, The Office CBK is continuing to look for new ways to give back. That could mean charity events, holiday donations and other worthwhile endeavors. Be on the lookout for more community events and involvement from The Office CBK as we have made it a point to continually give back. Our management team welcomes new ways to lend a hand in the community as we are always ready to be approached with new ideas.

There is something special about frequenting business that already brings a sense of familiarity. That especially applies to a bar/restaurant type of setting. The Office Craft Bar and Kitchen is considered a small business with local ownership and that has translated into a big-time experience. Here is a look at the small business recipe we’ve used to enhance that experience.
 

One part culture

Many patrons come back to a place that has a familiar feel. A locally-owned business like The Office features a wealth of familiar faces. Much of the staff remains intact and that creates a welcoming atmosphere. But the culture also extends to The Office’s brand and that is something customers identify with. Larger businesses have difficulty maintaining any type of distinct culture, although that is not the case at The Office.
 

One part communication

There is an accessibility that comes with a small business, one in which larger companies cannot provide. Communication between employees and managers is much more direct. That allows the business to identify and meet customer needs. It is also a way of identifying areas that need to be upgraded. Moreover, communication between customers and staff does not have to go through corporate channels.
 

One part customer relationships

Big businesses do not have the time to get to know their customers. Many times, they are focused more on big picture issues. At The Office, customer relationships are the big picture issues. There is a personal touch that comes with prioritizing customer service and that allows us to get to know our customers so that they become more than just nameless faces in the crowd.
 

One part employee development

Employees at The Office are provided with a firsthand look at all the moving parts of the business. Smaller businesses provide a prime setting to grow and develop employees. Promoting people from within allows employees to really get the chance to enhance the customer experience. This allows all employees to become very well rounded because they have a firm grasp on all the aspects of the business.
 

One part community

The Office is proud to help shape the identity of the local community. This also provides the opportunity to band together with other small business owners and create new opportunities and relationships. This helps contribute to local economic growth which winds up benefiting everyone in the community. Goodwill among small business owners can have a long-term advantage that is a perk for locals.