Question 1

How many prepared meals should I order for a shift schedule?

Accepted Answer

Count the specific eating occasions you want covered, then compare that count with the servings stated for each selected item. Start with a quantity that fits your confirmed cold storage and routine; this page does not prescribe a meal count or portion.

Question 2

Can SmashMeals deliver to a hospital, station or other workplace?

Accepted Answer

Do not assume. Confirm the workplace's delivery policy, address, entrance, receiving contact and cold-storage handoff. Then enter the complete address in checkout to see the available SmashMeals fulfillment option, charge and timing before payment.

Question 3

Can a whole unit, station or shift place a group order?

Accepted Answer

The standard ordering menu supports current individual item selections. A workplace program, consolidated delivery or group rate is not guaranteed. Contact SmashMeals with the date, headcount, address and receiving plan to ask what is currently available.

Question 4

Can I keep a meal in a locker or work vehicle?

Accepted Answer

A locker or vehicle is not automatically suitable cold storage. Follow the exact item's label and workplace rules. FoodSafety.gov says refrigerators should be 40°F or below and freezers 0°F or below.

Question 5

Are all meals ready in three minutes?

Accepted Answer

No universal reheating time applies to every item, starting temperature or appliance. Follow the exact package directions, including any container, venting, stirring and standing instructions.

Question 6

Is complete nutrition information available for every meal?

Accepted Answer

Do not assume that every value is posted for every item. Review the exact current item's serving and available nutrition. If sodium, fiber, saturated fat, serving weight or another required value is missing, treat it as unknown and ask before ordering.

Question 7

Does a dedicated gluten-free facility mean every meal fits every allergy?

Accepted Answer

SmashMeals cooks in a dedicated gluten-free facility. We do not bring wheat, barley, or rye into the building and we do not share equipment with gluten-containing production. A dedicated gluten-free facility is not an allergen-free facility. Check each meal's label for dairy, soy, egg, nuts, and other allergens. Review the exact item and ask about anything unclear before ordering.

Question 8

Do I need a subscription or minimum order?

Accepted Answer

Subscriptions are an optional convenience, not a requirement — you can pause, skip, or cancel anytime. There is no minimum and no maximum order. Use the live menu and checkout for current items, prices, address eligibility, fulfillment charges, timing and final total.

Meal Prep for First Responders and Shift Workers