Starting point
Distinguish kitchen organisation, ingredient preparation and cooking; each involves different expectations and skills. Describe the duties, meal times and where supplies belong.
when only part of the home is occupied
Identify occupied and closed rooms, agreeing care frequency rather than covering every space daily.
follow-up and next steps
Summarise agreements and open questions, and identify when a response or review is needed before extending duration or changing duties.
Checklist
Selections are not sent or saved.
Before agreeing
Cooking ability and special dietary requirements need separate confirmation.