Causeway Store

2
Improvement Necessary
Inspected: 2021-12-06

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
15
Confidence in Management
10

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

Causeway Store is a retailers - other located at 66 Causeway, Carr Hill, Gateshead, NE9 6QY, in the Gateshead local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 6 December 2021, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), 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. As a food retailer, this business is assessed on how food is stored and displayed, temperature control for chilled and frozen items, stock rotation practices, and the cleanliness of the premises. 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
Retailers - other
Address
66 Causeway, Carr Hill, Gateshead
Postcode
NE9 6QY
Local Authority
Gateshead
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
339625

Location

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FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Causeway Store?

Causeway Store has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by Gateshead.

What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a retailers - other?

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 Causeway Store last inspected?

Causeway Store was last inspected on 2021-12-06. 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 Causeway 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 Causeway Store located?

Causeway Store is located at 66 Causeway, Carr Hill, Gateshead , NE9 6QY, in the Gateshead local authority area.