Office kitchens and break rooms are an essential part of any workspace.

Here are five things to keep in mind, so you might be a considerate co-worker.

However, you might be missing a crucial step: cleaning the sink drain.

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Sink drains are a trap for food scraps, crumbs and other residue.

When ordering treats for your team, you could be overlooking certain co-workers' dietary restrictions or allergies.

Putting the coffee machine back together is half the battle.

Take the time to get to know the office coffee machine.

This way, one person isn’t left to do all the work alone.