How to Keep a Shared Office Break Room Clean

Give staff a short daily routine

Ask everyone to wipe up spills as they happen, clear their dishes, and take personal food home on the agreed day. Keep the instructions near the sink or refrigerator, where people can read them when they need them.

Spell out what a cleaning visit covers

Walk through the kitchenette and list the surfaces that should be cleaned each visit. Start with counters, tables, the sink, the floor around the trash can, and frequently touched appliance handles. Agree on who replaces bin liners and who refills soap or paper towels.

Plan appliance cleanouts separately

Decide who will clear and label items before a refrigerator cleanout. If the microwave interior or refrigerator shelves need attention, include those items when discussing the visit so the cleaner can plan time for them.

See office break room cleaning for more tasks to discuss with Lourdes.