Cozy Caterers
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2023
86
Score
Cozy Caterers appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 5, 2023. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Dec 5, 2023, so take the current picture with that in mind.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, which has been cited six times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average North Providence restaurant scores 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of small flies is not controlled as evidenced by live insects observed during inspection. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Door handle for walk-in cooler was observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
86
Nov 20, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Prep sink faucet observed leaking. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm.
7-204.11
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Bags of ice were observed stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of small flies is not controlled as evidenced by live insects observed during inspection. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Door handle for walk-in cooler was observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: FRP under prep area observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the slicer, prep tables, tables, interior of prep unit, and handsinks have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Refuse area observed with trash and litter. Refuse area to be maintained clean and free of litter to prevent harborage conditions for pests.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls in the warewashing area have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The drains throughout the establishment have an accumulation of soil residue and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
45
May 30, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler door was observed in poor repair. Equipment to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.
4-501.11
95
May 11, 2023
Opening
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Plumbing at 3 bay sink was observed leaking into a bus bucket. Plumbing systems to be maintained in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
Inspector notes: The chlorine sanitizer concentration for the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher was 0 parts per million (ppm). Chlorine sanitizing solutions must be between 50-100 ppm.
4-501.114
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink and dish machine.
4-302.14
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sinks at the prep area and near dishmachine. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink near the prep area was lacking paper towels.
6-301.12
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Alcohol, single service items, juices, and equipment were stored in the women's restroom. Food may not be stored in toilet rooms to prevent sources of contamination.
3-305.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Light bulb underneath hood was observed burnt out.
6-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Handle to walk-in refrigerator was observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Chemical dispenser for sanitizing chemical at 3 bay sink was not dispensing at proper concentration.
4-501.11
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of the storage shelf in warewashing area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.17
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cozy Caterers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cozy Caterers on file is from Dec 5, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cozy Caterers?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Cozy Caterers.
How does Cozy Caterers compare to other restaurants in North Providence?
Cozy Caterers most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the North Providence average of 81.
Has Cozy Caterers' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Cozy Caterers have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cozy Caterers means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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