Know Your Space

In a shared kitchen, each person may have one shelf or cupboard. Ask which space is yours. Put your name on food if people use similar boxes. Keep shared things, like salt, in the agreed place.

Clean After Cooking

Wash the pan, knife, and plate that you use. Wipe food from the counter. If something spills on the floor, clean it at once. The next person should find a safe and open place to cook.

Talk About Busy Times

Morning and evening can be busy. Tell your housemates if you need the kitchen for a long meal. You can choose different cooking times or work side by side. A short conversation can stop a long problem.

Replace Shared Items

If you finish a shared item, add it to the shopping list. If you break something, tell the others and help replace it. Clear, simple messages build trust. A shared kitchen works best when no one must guess.