Magic Wok

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-08-22

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
0
Confidence in Management
20

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

Magic Wok is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 78 Bridgwater Drive, Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex, SS0 0DH, in the Southend-On-Sea local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 22 August 2024, it received a food hygiene rating of 1 (Major Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — 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. Southend-On-Sea oversees 1,506 registered food businesses, of which 81% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Southend-On-Sea is 4.5 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
78 Bridgwater Drive, Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex
Postcode
SS0 0DH
Local Authority
Southend-On-Sea
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
516273

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Magic Wok?

Magic Wok has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Southend-On-Sea.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?

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 Magic Wok last inspected?

Magic Wok was last inspected on 2024-08-22. 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 Magic Wok 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 Magic Wok located?

Magic Wok is located at 78 Bridgwater Drive, Westcliff-On-Sea, Essex , SS0 0DH, in the Southend-On-Sea local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SS0 postcode area.