Essence Of India

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-05-10

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

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

Essence Of India is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 1 East Street, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 9HJ, in the East Hertfordshire local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 May 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), 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. East Hertfordshire oversees 1,387 registered food businesses, of which 84% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in East Hertfordshire is 4.8 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. 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
Takeaway/sandwich shop
Address
1 East Street, Ware, Hertfordshire
Postcode
SG12 9HJ
Local Authority
East Hertfordshire
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
336911

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Essence Of India?

Essence Of India has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by East Hertfordshire.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

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 Essence Of India last inspected?

Essence Of India was last inspected on 2024-05-10. 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 Essence Of India 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 Essence Of India located?

Essence Of India is located at 1 East Street, Ware, Hertfordshire , SG12 9HJ, in the East Hertfordshire local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SG12 postcode area.