Village Bakery & Truck

3
Generally Satisfactory
Inspected: 2024-10-16

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
5

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

Village Bakery & Truck is a manufacturers/packers located at Shrubbs Farm, Sheering Road, Hatfield Heath, Bishops Stortford, CM22 7LL, in the Uttlesford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 16 October 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 3 (Generally Satisfactory). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 10 — good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Uttlesford oversees 830 registered food businesses, of which 77% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Uttlesford is 4.9 out of 5. 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
Manufacturers/packers
Address
Shrubbs Farm, Sheering Road, Hatfield Heath, Bishops Stortford
Postcode
CM22 7LL
Local Authority
Uttlesford
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1363308

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Village Bakery & Truck?

Village Bakery & Truck has a food hygiene rating of 3 out of 5, as assessed by Uttlesford.

What does a food hygiene rating of 3 mean for a manufacturers/packers?

A rating of 3 means hygiene standards are generally satisfactory but some improvement is needed. The inspector found areas where standards could be raised, and the business should take steps to address these issues before the next inspection.

When was Village Bakery & Truck last inspected?

Village Bakery & Truck was last inspected on 2024-10-16. 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 Village Bakery & Truck 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 Village Bakery & Truck located?

Village Bakery & Truck is located at Shrubbs Farm, Sheering Road, Hatfield Heath, Bishops Stortford , CM22 7LL, in the Uttlesford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CM22 postcode area.