El Shaddai Market and Bakery

235 Dexter St, Pawtucket, RI 02860

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Feb 12, 2025

Score

Low Risk

El Shaddai Market and Bakery has been inspected three times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 12, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Pawtucket restaurant scores 87. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

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Inspection History

Feb 12, 2025

Re-Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the side of the store, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Feb 5, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.

View 8 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Soup, which was prepared in advance, was not cooled to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in 2 hours and then to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Per PIC, soup was made yesterday and was observed at 46 DF. Soup was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection. Proper cooling methods reviewed with PIC.

3-501.14

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

Inspector notes: Beans, chorizo, and chicken wings was observed held between 95-110 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.

3-501.16(A)

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

Inspector notes: Chicken, rice, and chorizo was observed held on the prep table between 55-60 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection.

3-501.16(A)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Dishes and utensils were removed at the time of inspection.

5-205.11

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Beef was observed thawing in the prep sink at ambient temperature. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing. Beef was moved to walk-in cooler at the time of inspection.

3-501.13

Equipment or utensils not clean (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils ice machine were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was emptied and put out of service at the time of inspection. Ice machine is not to be used until it is cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front and side of the store, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.

6-202.15

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The 3-bay sink pipe was observed leaking into a container. Establishment is to fix leak.

5-403.12

Jun 14, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 5 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by a container. A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

5-205.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The tile floor in the bakery area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The ice scoop is stored on an unclean surface (top of the ice machine) between uses. Knives were observed stored between a sink and the wall. During pauses in food preparation, utensils must be stored on a clean surface or in a clean, protected location.

3-304.12

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly. Single Service items were observed stored on the floor. Single Service items must be stored at least 6 inches off the floor.

4-903.11(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the kitchen have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Shaddai Market and Bakery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Shaddai Market and Bakery on file is from Feb 12, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Shaddai Market and Bakery?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Shaddai Market and Bakery.

How does El Shaddai Market and Bakery compare to other restaurants in Pawtucket?

El Shaddai Market and Bakery most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Pawtucket average of 87.

Has El Shaddai Market and Bakery's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at El Shaddai Market and Bakery have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Shaddai Market and Bakery 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 El Shaddai Market and Bakery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Shaddai Market and Bakery is inspected around two times per year on average.

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