Starting point
Example dishes, household size and meal counts are clearer than a broad request for varied cooking. Add serving times and responsibility for ingredients, then discuss the skills required.
with several people sharing a kitchen
Agree storage for each user, worktop handover times and who reviews the ingredient list.
allocating time
Estimate time after defining workload and priorities, leaving room for clarification instead of overlapping duties.
Checklist
Selections are not sent or saved.
Before agreeing
Diets, allergies and specialised needs must not be left to guesswork; request confirmation of suitable ability.