Starting point
Distinguish kitchen organisation, ingredient preparation and cooking; each involves different expectations and skills. Describe the duties, meal times and where supplies belong.
during a relatives’ visiting week
Consider visitors’ effect on laundry and meals, separating temporary additions from the usual scope.
questions before agreeing
Turn expectations into specific questions about timing, duties, supplies and inclusions, and ask about unresolved details.
Checklist
Selections are not sent or saved.
Before agreeing
Cooking ability and special dietary requirements need separate confirmation.