COOKING AGREEMENT
This Cooking Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into on this ___ day of _______, 20, by
and between the following individuals ("Participants"):
Participant 1:
Name: ______________________________
Phone Number: __________________________
Participant 2:
Name: ______________________________
Phone Number: __________________________
Additional Participants (if any):
Name: ______________________________
Phone Number: __________________________
Property:
Address: ______________________________
City, State, ZIP: __________________________
1. Purpose:
This Agreement is established to outline the roles, responsibilities, and expectations regarding meal
preparation and cooking among the Participants sharing the living space.
2. Cooking Schedule:
Meal Preparation: Participants agree to share the responsibility of cooking meals on a rotating schedule
or as mutually agreed upon.
Schedule Details: The cooking schedule is as follows:
Monday: ____________________________
Tuesday: ____________________________
Wednesday: ____________________________
Thursday: ____________________________
Friday: ____________________________
Saturday: ____________________________
Sunday: ____________________________
Flexibility: Participants may swap cooking days with each other's consent. Any changes should be
communicated clearly and in advance.
3. Meal Planning:
Menu Planning: Participants agree to plan the weekly menu together, taking into account dietary
preferences, restrictions, and budget.
Grocery Shopping: Grocery shopping responsibilities will be shared, with each Participant contributing
equally to the cost of ingredients or rotating shopping duties.
4. Dietary Preferences and Restrictions:
Dietary Needs: Each Participant agrees to respect the dietary preferences and restrictions of others,
including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, allergies, etc.
Communication: Participants will communicate any changes in dietary needs or preferences in a timely
manner.
5. Kitchen Use and Cleanliness:
Kitchen Etiquette: The kitchen should be left clean and organized after each cooking session. This
includes washing dishes, wiping down surfaces, and properly storing leftovers.
Shared Equipment: Participants agree to treat all kitchen equipment with care and return it to its proper
place after use.
Clean-Up Rotation: A clean-up rotation may be established to ensure that the kitchen is maintained,
separate from the cooking schedule if necessary.
6. Cost Sharing:
Shared Expenses: The cost of groceries for shared meals will be split equally among Participants, or as
agreed upon in advance.
Budgeting: Participants may set a weekly or monthly budget for groceries, with contributions made by
each Participant accordingly.
7. Special Occasions and Guests:
Special Meals: Participants may plan special meals or events together, with additional costs and
responsibilities to be discussed and agreed upon in advance.
Guests: Participants agree to communicate and seek approval from others before inviting guests for
meals, especially if it involves shared expenses or additional cooking.
8. Conflict Resolution:
Addressing Issues: Any issues or conflicts related to cooking, meal planning, or kitchen use should be
addressed through open and respectful communication.
Mediation: If necessary, a neutral third party (e.g., a fellow roommate) may be asked to mediate any
disputes.
9. Amendments:
Any changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and agreed upon by all Participants.
10. Acknowledgment:
By signing below, all Participants acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to abide by
the terms of this Agreement.
Signatures:
Participant 1's Signature
Date: ________________________
Participant 2's Signature
Date: ________________________
Additional Participant's Signature (if applicable)
Date: ________________________
