I haven’t worked a Christmas in a few years, but the gift was a silly token. I think I got a passport wallet, a cutting board, and some socks. Was it a nice gesture? Uh, I guess. Did it really have any material effect on the way I view the company. No.
Hotel meals are set up by the CAB as part of the hotel contract. I am batting about 50 percent on them complying. If it happens then great. If not, I am buying for whoever wants to come hang with me.