Charette Charter School

335 Westminter Street, Providence, RI 02903

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Charette Charter School has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 4, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.

The most common issue across all inspections has been contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display, showing up three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Providence restaurant scores 80. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector notes: The auto-dispenser for the sanitizing solution was not operating at the time of this inspection. Staff are manually filling and testing sanitizer.

4-204.117

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety licensed with RIDOH. Application provided.

2-102.12(A)

Sep 9, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-400 ppm. Inspector and staff drained and refilled sink bay to 300 ppm.

4-501.114

Employees not reporting illness or health conditions

Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance.

2-201.11(A)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Package of canned soda were observed stored on the floor in the storeroom. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Package was placed on crate during inspection.

3-305.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

Inspector notes: Utensils in the storage basket are displayed with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided. Staff informed.

4-903.11(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on 2-door reach-in.

4-501.11

Mar 4, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 20, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Steam table was observed held at ambient 124 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. PIC added more water to steam well.

3-501.16(A)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Boxes of cereal were observed stored on the floor in the storage closet. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

Inspector notes: Boxes of single service items were observed stored on the floor in the storage closet. Single service items must be stored 6 inches off the floor.

4-903.11(A)

Handwashing sign not posted

Inspector notes: The hand sinks in the restrooms used by staff are lacking proper signage.

6-301.14

Mar 7, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 violations

Food on display not protected from contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed ready to eat apples on display for consumers. RTE foods must be protected from contamination from consumers.

3-306.11

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: Handwashing devices observed at the 3 bay sink area.PIC informed to relocate devices to handwashing sink.

6-301.13

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Boxes of food product were observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Charette Charter School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Charette Charter School on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Charette Charter School?

Across the inspection record, contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Charette Charter School.

How does Charette Charter School compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Charette Charter School most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Charette Charter School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Charette Charter School have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around two per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Charette Charter School means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Charette Charter School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Charette Charter School is inspected around three times per year on average.

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