Rita's Bakery
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Rita's Bakery is a manufacturers/packers located at Unit 4 Meridian Trading Estate Lombard Wall, Charlton, Greenwich, SE7 7SW, in the Greenwich local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 1 June 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), 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. Greenwich oversees 1,001 registered food businesses, of which 82% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Greenwich is 4.7 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.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Rita's Bakery?
Rita's Bakery has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Greenwich.
What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a manufacturers/packers?
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 Rita's Bakery last inspected?
Rita's Bakery was last inspected on 2026-06-01. 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 Rita's Bakery 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 Rita's Bakery located?
Rita's Bakery is located at Unit 4 Meridian Trading Estate Lombard Wall, Charlton, Greenwich , SE7 7SW, in the Greenwich local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SE7 postcode area.