Compass Catering
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
Compass Catering is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Eurest J Sainsbury's Distribution Centre, Fleming Road, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 3BZ, in the Epping Forest local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 14 November 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Epping Forest oversees 1,075 registered food businesses, of which 79% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Epping Forest is 4.7 out of 5. As a restaurant or cafe, this business is assessed on how food is prepared and cooked on the premises, the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas, and whether staff follow proper hand-washing and cross-contamination prevention procedures. 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.
Details
- Business Type
- Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
- Address
- Eurest J Sainsbury's Distribution Centre, Fleming Road, Waltham Abbey, Essex
- Postcode
- EN9 3BZ
- Local Authority
- Epping Forest
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 553983
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of Compass Catering?
Compass Catering has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Epping Forest.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was Compass Catering last inspected?
Compass Catering was last inspected on 2025-11-14. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is Compass Catering located?
Compass Catering is located at Eurest J Sainsbury's Distribution Centre, Fleming Road, Waltham Abbey, Essex , EN9 3BZ, in the Epping Forest local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EN9 postcode area.