Taking Treats from the Workplace
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Question
Sometimes candies are placed at the entrance to the workplace. Is it permissible to take some not for work but to take home later? And similarly with cereals available in the kitchen for employees, if someone doesn't want them now but saves them for home, is he allowed? If not, what is the status of the people at home?
Answer
Hello
It is necessary to assess in each case the intention of the person who placed them there.
Clearly, at work, it is not intended for you to fill your pockets with candies, but rather to create a homely and pleasant atmosphere at the place. On the other hand, it is likely they have no problem if you take one or two candies and put them in your pocket for a suitable time for you.
In the kitchen at work, it seems more likely that the purpose is only for snacking during work to refresh the employees, and it is not permitted to take them elsewhere.