Costcutter Food & Wine

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-02-01

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
0
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
20

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

Costcutter Food & Wine is a retailers - other located at Senu Food & Wine, 54-56 Campshill Road, Hither Green, London, SE13 6QT, in the Lewisham local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 1 February 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 20 — improvement needed). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Lewisham oversees 2,470 registered food businesses, of which 68% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Lewisham is 4.4 out of 5. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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
Retailers - other
Address
Senu Food & Wine, 54-56 Campshill Road, Hither Green, London
Postcode
SE13 6QT
Local Authority
Lewisham
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1598851

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Costcutter Food & Wine?

Costcutter Food & Wine has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Lewisham.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a retailers - other?

A rating of 1 means major improvement is necessary. Significant problems were found during the inspection across one or more categories. The local authority will follow up to ensure improvements are made.

When was Costcutter Food & Wine last inspected?

Costcutter Food & Wine was last inspected on 2024-02-01. 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 Costcutter Food & Wine 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 Costcutter Food & Wine located?

Costcutter Food & Wine is located at Senu Food & Wine, 54-56 Campshill Road, Hither Green, London , SE13 6QT, in the Lewisham local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SE13 postcode area.