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Kitchen

The kitchen is the heart of our community where we prepare and share meals together. These protocols help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming space for all.

Overview

The kitchen is a shared resource that requires daily attention and collective care. Whether you're cooking for yourself or coordinating meals for the whole community, following these guidelines ensures the space remains functional and hygienic.

Key Protocols

Cooking

Guidelines for meal preparation, community cooking responsibilities, and kitchen cleanup.

Food Sourcing

Information about where and how we source our food, local suppliers, and shopping coordination.

Food Storage

Proper storage practices for different types of food, labeling systems, and preventing waste.

Fridge

Storing and labeling food, the weekly review rhythm, and lunation-end fridge cleaning.

Bread Machine

How to use and maintain the bread machine for fresh community bread.

Kitchen Responsibilities

The kitchen-cooking cluster can be managed by one responsible person for the duration of a lunation, with support from the kitchen team. This coordinator:

  • Organizes and coordinates cooking activities

  • Ensures daily cleaning is completed

  • Manages weekly fridge reviews

  • Coordinates deep cleaning monthly

Daily Practices

  • Clean as you cook

  • Wipe down surfaces after meal prep

  • Sweep and mop floors when dirty

  • Remove rubbish daily

  • Return all items to their designated places

Why This Matters

A well-maintained kitchen:

  • Prevents food waste and contamination

  • Creates a pleasant cooking environment

  • Respects the efforts of all community members

  • Supports our collective health and wellbeing

Please consult with the place steward when taking on kitchen responsibilities for relevant information and guidance.

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