Kitchen Cleaning: Grease, Food Soil and Daily Workflow
For Kitchen Cleaning, start with the surface, the type of dirt, and the safety checks. Kitchen cleaning should deal with food soil, grease, moisture, and high-touch surfaces in the right order. Start with clutter and dry debris, then move to degreasing, sink cleaning, appliance touchpoints, and the floor.
Recommended cleaning order
- Clear counters and throw away food waste.
- Dry wipe crumbs and loose debris before spraying cleaners.
- Degrease the hob, backsplash, and nearby cabinet fronts.
- Clean appliance handles, switches, and frequently touched surfaces.
- Clean the sink after greasy items have been washed.
- Vacuum or sweep, then mop the floor last.
Grease needs dwell time
Grease around the hob and range hood often needs a suitable alkaline degreaser and short dwell time. Spraying and wiping immediately can leave a smeary film; leaving strong degreaser too long can damage some finishes.
Food-contact caution
For chopping areas, counters, and dining surfaces, use products suitable for the surface and rinse or wipe as directed on the label. Do not assume a stronger chemical is safer for food areas.