Cole Jr High School

100 Cedar Avenue, East Greenwich, RI 02818

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Cole Jr High School has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 18, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Compared to the broader East Greenwich restaurant scene, where the average is 88, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 18, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The dishwasher was observed to be in poor repair. Final rinse temperature observed at 107 degrees Fahrenheit. Sanitation logs reviewed, final rinse logs recorded daily. Per PIC, equipment has not been sanitized prior to inspection. Establishment to use dishwasher to WASH only. All equipment and utensils to be sanitized in the 3-bay sink.

4-501.11

Oct 1, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 24, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 22, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 14, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Chicken and soup were observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.

3-501.17

Oct 2, 2023

Re-Inspection

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The Faucet at the 3 bay sink with the connection to the sanitizer mixing valve was observed to be leaking/dripping. The plumbing system is to be maintained in good repair.

5-205.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, 2 Double Door Refrigeration Units located in the kitchen and kitchen storage areas were observed not in use due to being in poor repair. Per the PIC, since previous service, units are to be replaced. Refrigeration units are to be repaired/replaced or removed if not going to be fixed.

4-501.11

Sep 20, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, Hamburgers prepped just prior to lunch service and placed in plastic clamshell containers were observed held at 116 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Hamburger Clamshell containers were opened to allow for better hot air flow around product within hot holding equipment at the time of inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The Faucet at the 3 bay sink with the connection to the sanitizer mixing valve was observed to be leaking/dripping. The plumbing system is to be maintained in good repair.

5-205.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, 2 Double Door Refrigeration Units located in the kitchen and kitchen storage areas were observed not in use due to being in poor repair. Per the PIC, a work order is in place for the refrigeration units. Refrigeration units are to be repaired/replaced or removed if not going to be fixed.

4-501.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cole Jr High School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cole Jr High School on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cole Jr High School?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cole Jr High School.

How does Cole Jr High School compare to other restaurants in East Greenwich?

Cole Jr High School most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the East Greenwich average of 88.

Has Cole Jr High School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cole Jr High School have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cole Jr High 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 Cole Jr High School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cole Jr High School is inspected around three times per year on average.

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