Gaudet Middle School
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Gaudet Middle School has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 9, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around three violations found each time.
The pattern that stands out is food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, which has been cited six times.
Compared to other Middletown restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. Pulling back, there's nothing alarming, though there's room to improve.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the slicer and ice machine were observed with an accumulation of soil residue and pink and black residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer was actively being cleaned during time of inspection. Ice was voluntarily disposed of. Ice machine to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized prior to use.
4-602.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The fan in the dish room was observed with an accumulation of dust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The cardboard dumpster was miss a lid.
5-501.113
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The painted wall behind the dish machine was observed peeling and with an accumulation of residue. The physical facilities to be in good repair.
6-501.11
74
Sep 24, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of pink, black and clear residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service during time of inspection. Ice was voluntarily disposed of. Ice machine to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized prior to use.
4-602.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Gaskets for the small milk cooler and hot holding unit were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
82
Mar 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pasta salad was observed held at 74 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were assessed and placed into refrigeration to continue cooling process.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Gaskets for hot holding unit observed in poor repair. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
4-501.11
82
Oct 2, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the cafeteria, 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Dispenser for fruit and vegetable microbial wash was observed in poor repair. Equipment to be properly adjusted.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -walk-in freezer gasket -drain cover in warewashing room
6-501.11
86
Apr 25, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the cafeteria, 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
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets were observed in poor repair on the walk in cooler and on the milk case next to the storage room. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor by the 2 bay sink along the far wall is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
86
Oct 18, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The bottom panel at the salad bar and dishwasher were not in good repair. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine observed with black residue. The non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent buildup of residue.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor tiles in the back walk-in freezer area observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Floors shall be smooth, durable, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable.
6-501.11
Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas
Inspector notes: Inadequate lighting observed in the walk-in cooler. Lighting 6-303.11 Intensity. The light intensity shall be: (A) At least 108 lux (10 foot candles) at a distance of 75 cm (30 inches) above the floor, in walk-in refrigeration units and dry FOOD storage areas and in other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning. Lighting 6-303.11 Intensity. Lighting levels are specified so that sufficient light is available to enable employees to perform certain functions such as reading labels; discerning the color of substances; identifying toxic materials; recognizing the condition of food, utensils, and supplies; and safely conducting general food establishment operations and clean-up. Properly distributed light makes the need for cleaning apparent by making accumulations of soil conspicuous
6-303.11
82
May 11, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The panel at the salad bar, bulbs at the Pizza hot holding lamp, Vulcan steamer, and sandwich hot holding slider observed not in good repair. Equipment shall be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine observed with orange and black residue. The non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent buildup of residue.
4-602.13
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Ice buildup observed at the dairy chest cooler. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gaudet Middle School last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gaudet Middle School on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gaudet Middle School?
Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Gaudet Middle School.
How does Gaudet Middle School compare to other restaurants in Middletown?
Gaudet Middle School most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Middletown average of 80.
Has Gaudet Middle School's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Gaudet Middle School have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Gaudet Middle School means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Gaudet Middle School inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gaudet Middle School is inspected around two times per year on average.
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