The Soup Kitchen
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
The Soup Kitchen is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at 2 Church Lane, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2AW, in the Stafford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 May 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 0 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Stafford oversees 1,165 registered food businesses, of which 73% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Stafford is 4.6 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of The Soup Kitchen?
The Soup Kitchen has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Stafford.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was The Soup Kitchen last inspected?
The Soup Kitchen was last inspected on 2024-05-14. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is The Soup Kitchen located?
The Soup Kitchen is located at 2 Church Lane, Stafford, Staffordshire , ST16 2AW, in the Stafford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ST16 postcode area.