Remind your remote employees how much they’re valued with these thoughtful gift ideas

The popularity of working from home has undoubtedly increased in the past couple of years. Many employees have switched out their long morning commute for a more hassle-free walk downstairs – and who can blame them?

However, in the absence of daily interaction at the office, it’s more important (and perhaps more difficult) than ever to maintain a sense of community across your physical and virtual workplaces.

But don’t worry, from boosting morale to saying thanks and forging important bonds, corporate gift-giving is a simple gesture of appreciation with an endless list of benefits. And we have plenty of gift ideas for remote employees that are sure to give your team a boost.

The benefits of sending a gift to your remote workers

Before selecting the perfect gift for your employee, here are some great benefits of sending gifts to your remote workers.

Morale-boosting

sending a gift to your remote employee create a connection beyond the computer screen. But it’s also a simple way to make their day. Who doesn’t enjoy a surprise treat in the post?

Showing that an employer cares

You may find that the absence of daily, face-to-face interaction with your remote employees robs you of the chance to affirm their smaller milestones. Sending your employee a gift reminds them that you’ve seen their hard work and appreciate what they do.

A sense of community when working afar

Despite its many benefits, working from home can be a lonely experience. It’s therefore more important than ever to maintain a sense of community across your workplace. Sending a corporate gift reminds your employee that you are a team.

Corporate gift ideas for remote employees

Whether sending your present as a celebration of an achievement, a cheer-up gift, or a general token of appreciation, these gift ideas are perfect for your remote employees to enjoy from home.

A celebratory tipple

Nothing says thank you or congratulations quite like a luxury tipple. So why not gift your remote employee a refreshing treat to pop open at home with their loved ones? Feeling particularly generous or want to emphasise just how much you value your employee? Then perhaps a bottle is the best option!

Keep it classic with Prosecco or browse our delicious range of Cacao Gins and Velvetised Chocolate Creams. These stylish spirits feature warming notes of our finest cacao and are as smooth as they are sophisticated.

And if you’re unsure which spirit or flavour will best suit their taste, why not gift a selection of miniatures? Our Gin and Liqueurs Collection is an excellent choice.

A letterbox gift hamper

A gift hamper is the ideal way to treat those working from home – and a hamper filled with chocolate is even better. From slim letterbox gift hampers to our generous Corporate Hampers, you can send an array of carefuly truffles, caramels, pralines, batons, and more. Each one is smartly presented and finished with a bow, for a professional, elegant touch.

A chocolate hamper from Hotel Chocolat is certain to be a crowd-pleaser and could be the ideal option if you’re sending out gifts to large teams of remote employees. And if you’re spoilt for choice, fear not! Our Corporate Gift Finder is designed to take the stress out of gifting. Simply fill out your budget and any other specific requirements, and we’ll do the present selection for you.

An e-gift card

Unsure of exactly which product will best suit your employee? Then maybe an E-Gift Card is the perfect way to ensure you get gifting right.

With the choice to exchange both in stores and online, a Hotel Chocolat gift card allows your recipient to choose the product they’ll enjoy most. It also takes the pressure off you, saves on postage, and reduces packaging. What more could you ask for?

Delectable coffee or hot chocolate 

On those especially long days at work, caffeine is any employee’s best friend, so why not send your employee some extra fuel with the gift of coffee? 

And for the non-coffee drinkers? Why not treat them to a taste of our irresistible drinking chocolate, available in a range of flavours all masterfully curated by our chocolatiers?  

Do you have a particular occasion to celebrate? Perhaps it’s a team member’s birthday, or they’ve just won a big project? If so, go all out with our revolutionary Velvetiser. The ultimate treat for anyone who adores lattes, cappuccinos, and drinking chocolate, this hot chocolate system whips us velvety smooth beverages worthy of any top-quality cafe. 

Mini chocolate packs

Small but just as delicious as our larger collections, our small chocolate packs are the perfect way to recognise your employee’s smaller successes or general hard work.

Show your appreciation with our Simply Thanks Message Box. This features eight of our favourite chocolates neatly wrapped in a thank you gift box, perfect for going that extra mile to acknowledge your employee’s work.

A generous subscription

A subscription is a gift that keeps on giving, perfect for sending your remote employee a scheduled reminder of your appreciation.

Both our Chocolate and Drinking Chocolate Subscriptions range in price and product – perfect for personalising to your employee’s taste. How lovely to receive a surprise delivery month, after month!

Send the gift of Hotel Chocolat

No matter the occasion, if you have a remote team to treat, send the gift of Hotel Chocolat. With a broad range of chocolates, tipples, biscuits, and hot drinks, we’re sure you’ll find something for everyone.

And don’t forget, you can always add a personalised gift message and some beautiful gift wrap to add that final flourish.

For more delicious gift ideas for remote employees, explore our Hard Worker and Corporate Gifts today.