Smyths Country Bakery

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2024-02-08

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
15
Structural Compliance
10
Confidence in Management
10

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

Smyths Country Bakery is a manufacturers/packers located at 7 Riverdale Park East, Belfast, BT11 9DA, in the Belfast City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 8 February 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 10 — 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. Belfast City oversees 3,204 registered food businesses, of which 83% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Belfast City is 4.6 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. Note: this inspection took place over 2 years ago and the current standards may differ. 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
Manufacturers/packers
Address
7 Riverdale Park East, Belfast
Postcode
BT11 9DA
Local Authority
Belfast City
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
57856

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Smyths Country Bakery?

Smyths Country Bakery has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Belfast City.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a manufacturers/packers?

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 Smyths Country Bakery last inspected?

Smyths Country Bakery was last inspected on 2024-02-08. 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 Smyths Country 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 Smyths Country Bakery located?

Smyths Country Bakery is located at 7 Riverdale Park East, Belfast , BT11 9DA, in the Belfast City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the BT11 postcode area.