Food Warehouse

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-01-23

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
0
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Food Warehouse is a importers/exporters located at Unit 3, Riverside Retail Park, 35 Victoria Road, Chelmsford, CM1 1AN, in the Chelmsford local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 23 January 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very 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. Chelmsford oversees 1,597 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Chelmsford 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
Importers/Exporters
Address
Unit 3, Riverside Retail Park, 35 Victoria Road, Chelmsford
Postcode
CM1 1AN
Local Authority
Chelmsford
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1513281

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Food Warehouse?

Food Warehouse has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Chelmsford.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a importers/exporters?

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 Food Warehouse last inspected?

Food Warehouse was last inspected on 2026-01-23. 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 Food Warehouse 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 Food Warehouse located?

Food Warehouse is located at Unit 3, Riverside Retail Park, 35 Victoria Road, Chelmsford , CM1 1AN, in the Chelmsford local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the CM1 postcode area.