Balkanika Foods
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Balkanika Foods is a retailers - other located at Oakdene Farm, Leeds Road, Sutton Valence, Kent, ME17 3LT, in the Maidstone local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 April 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. Maidstone oversees 1,435 registered food businesses, of which 89% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Maidstone is 4.7 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. 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.
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What is the food hygiene rating of Balkanika Foods?
Balkanika Foods has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Maidstone.
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 Balkanika Foods last inspected?
Balkanika Foods was last inspected on 2025-04-14. 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 Balkanika Foods 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 Balkanika Foods located?
Balkanika Foods is located at Oakdene Farm, Leeds Road, Sutton Valence, Kent , ME17 3LT, in the Maidstone local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the ME17 postcode area.