Aramark @ KU Knights Park Food Store

1
Major Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2026-03-13

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
10
Structural Compliance
20
Confidence in Management
20

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

Aramark @ KU Knights Park Food Store is a restaurant/cafe/canteen located at Kingston University Knights Park Centre, Grange Road, Kingston Upon Thames, KT1 2QJ, in the Kingston-Upon-Thames local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 13 March 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 20 — improvement needed), 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. Kingston-Upon-Thames oversees 1,427 registered food businesses, of which 78% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Kingston-Upon-Thames is 4.5 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. 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
Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen
Address
Kingston University Knights Park Centre, Grange Road, Kingston Upon Thames
Postcode
KT1 2QJ
Local Authority
Kingston-Upon-Thames
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1647835

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Aramark @ KU Knights Park Food Store?

Aramark @ KU Knights Park Food Store has a food hygiene rating of 1 out of 5, as assessed by Kingston-Upon-Thames.

What does a food hygiene rating of 1 mean for a restaurant/cafe/canteen?

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 Aramark @ KU Knights Park Food Store last inspected?

Aramark @ KU Knights Park Food Store was last inspected on 2026-03-13. 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 Aramark @ KU Knights Park Food Store 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 Aramark @ KU Knights Park Food Store located?

Aramark @ KU Knights Park Food Store is located at Kingston University Knights Park Centre, Grange Road, Kingston Upon Thames , KT1 2QJ, in the Kingston-Upon-Thames local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the KT1 postcode area.