The Chocolate Works Care Village

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2025-12-17

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

The Chocolate Works Care Village is a hospitals/childcare/caring premises located at The Chocolate Works Care Home, Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1DE, in the York local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 17 December 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. York oversees 2,101 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in York is 4.6 out of 5. As a food provider in a care or educational setting, this business is subject to particularly rigorous standards given the vulnerability of the people it serves. Inspectors pay close attention to allergen management, nutritional record-keeping, and staff training. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Hospitals/Childcare/Caring Premises
Address
The Chocolate Works Care Home, Bishopthorpe Road, York
Postcode
YO23 1DE
Local Authority
York
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1032198

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of The Chocolate Works Care Village?

The Chocolate Works Care Village has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by York.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a hospitals/childcare/caring premises?

A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.

When was The Chocolate Works Care Village last inspected?

The Chocolate Works Care Village was last inspected on 2025-12-17. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can The Chocolate Works Care Village improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is The Chocolate Works Care Village located?

The Chocolate Works Care Village is located at The Chocolate Works Care Home, Bishopthorpe Road, York , YO23 1DE, in the York local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the YO23 postcode area.