housekeeping
n.the work of cleaning and looking after a home or hotel. It can also mean the small, boring tasks you must do to keep a project or business running smoothly.
n.the management and performance of household chores, such as cleaning and maintenance; by extension, the routine administrative tasks required to maintain an organisation or system.
“The hotel offers daily housekeeping for all guests.”
“Before we start the main presentation, we have a few housekeeping items to discuss, such as the fire exits and lunch times.”
“Efficient housekeeping is essential in the hospitality industry, as guest satisfaction depends heavily on the perceived cleanliness and order of the private and communal spaces.”
Often used metaphorically in business contexts to refer to minor organizational tasks.
From house + keeping.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.