Hutchinson's Bakery
Last inspected: Jul 1, 2025
50
Score
Public records show three inspections at Hutchinson's Bakery stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Jul 1, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “non-food contact surfaces clean”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average sits at 72, which Hutchinson's Bakery's 50 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 1, 2025
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed scooper handles submerged in food items stored in working bulk containers in the rear food prep/warewash area. *Person in charge corrected on site and removed scoop.
46.301
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The can opener had an accumulation of old food residue on the food contact surfaces. *Person in charge corrected on site and cleaned can opener.
46.712
Certification by accredited program, compliance with Code, or correct responses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food safety person with Serv Safe training cert. *No person shall operate a food establishment that handles, prepares or serves non-prepackaged potentially hazardous food who does not have present and in the employ of the food establishment at all hours of operation at least one (1) person with a valid Food Establishment Personnel Food Safety Certificate issued by the Department. *Corrective action was taken, Health Sanitarian emailed the Phila. Food safety Cert Application.
46.103
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Food and other debris on bottom shelving's inside of reach-in freezer and display case. -Dusty cover vent observed in all refrigeration units.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Old mouse droppings observed behind shelving units in the food prep area. -Food debris/ sprinkles observed on direct floor surfaces near the dough mixer in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Inoperable light bulbs observed in the food prep area. New Violation.
46.943
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Prepackaged baked goods is not labeled properly with the name of product, ingredient statement, net weight, distributed by statement and/or nutritional facts. New Violation.
46.422
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Observed unapproved food grade bag (shopping bags) used to cover pastries and dough in the rear reach in refrigeration unit. New Violation.
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on surface areas and not stored in sanitizing solution.
46.772
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: -Inoperable ventilation hood observed in the kitchen area. -Garbage grinder in the hand wash sink observed inoperable.
46.671
50
Nov 8, 2023
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -One rec-in refrigerator not in service in the retail area. -NON NSF microwave observed in the prep area. -Missing kick plated from closed display case and reach-in refrigerator service area. -The ceiling ventilation fan needs adjustment in the restroom area. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - Flour observed on several reach-in refrigerator handles bakery area.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Debris observed on floor surfaces under the 3 bay sink and under the cabinets in the coffee area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
86
Oct 2, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Food separated & protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: - Uncovered food (cakes and dough) observed in the walk-in freezer. *Sanitarian instructed the person in charge to cover the food from the walk-in freezer.
46.281
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: The can opener had an accumulation of food residue on the food contact surfaces. New Violation.
46.731
Insects, rodents & animals not present; no unauthorized persons
Inspector notes: Visible physical evidence of insect activity (fruit flies) observed in the prep area. New Violation.
46.981(k)(l)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Buckets with food observed not stored at least 6 inches above the floor in the walk-in freezer. New Violation.
46.321
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Moist wiping cloths observed lying on tables and not stored in sanitizing solution prep area. New Violation.
46.304
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: - Spoons with handles in direct contact with bulk food ingredients/prep area. New Violation.
46.302
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Single-use disposable dishes observed not inverted or covered to prevent contamination. New Violation.
46.692
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -NON NSF microwave observed in the prep area. -Missing kick plated from closed display case and reach-in refrigerator service area. New Violation.
46.671
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: The following observations were noted: -Food debris observed in the reach-in refrigerators from prep area and service area. -Debris observed on floor surfaces in the walk-in freezer. New Violation.
46.714
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: - Debris observed on floor surfaces along the floor perimeters in the food prep area and front service area. New Violation.
46.981(a)(b)(c)(g)(n)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hutchinson's Bakery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hutchinson's Bakery on file is from Jul 1, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hutchinson's Bakery?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hutchinson's Bakery.
Has Hutchinson's Bakery's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Hutchinson's Bakery have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Hutchinson's Bakery means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Hutchinson's Bakery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hutchinson's Bakery is inspected around two times per year on average.
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