kitchens are usually the main hub in the family home which means that there s probably always something to clean if you hate a messy kitchen a routine when cleaning your kitchen will make it easier and quicker follow this simple checklist and get your kitchen cleaning in less than 20 minutes before you begin make sure all your kitchen cleaning items are together in one place and make sure that they are easily accessible here s a list of basic daily kitchen cleaning supplies microfiber cleaning cloth all purpose spray scrub brush toothbrush dishwashing liquid broom dustpan cleaning checklist put away food items clean up dishes pots and pans pick up all garbage pick up all miscellaneous items clean all surfaces wipe down appliances hand wash dishes clean the floor clean dishcloths take out the garbage