George J West Elementary School

145 Beaufort Street, Providence, RI 02908

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Sep 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at George J West Elementary School stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 15, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited four 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

Sep 15, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the (kitchen (upstairs) ), 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

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The (ceilings ) in the (food storage area ) area is in poor repair.Observed chipping paint. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Feb 10, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black.

4-501.112

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of (rodents ) is not controlled as evidenced by (droppings on the food storage shelves in back storage area, pipes, and equipment shelve under prep table ). 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.PIC to wash and sanitize all areas and equipment where droppings were observed.

6-501.111

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the (storage room) area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

6-202.11

Oct 9, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Milk Cooler door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The (ceilings ) in the (kitchen and food storage area ) area is in poor repair. Observed paint peeling. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the (food storage ) area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

6-202.11

Mar 4, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.

2-102.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the food storage and kitchen area is in poor repair. The ceiling was observed with peeling paint. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the food storage area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.

6-202.11

Oct 16, 2023

Routine

4 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

2-102.12

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The floor throughout the kitchen area is in poor repair. Several areas observed with exposed cement. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-101.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the food storage area is in poor repair. The ceiling was observed with peeling paint. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The floor in the food storage area, under shelving, has an accumulation of soil dust and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-201.11

Apr 6, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Certified food protection manager

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was George J West Elementary School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at George J West Elementary School on file is from Sep 15, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at George J West Elementary School?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at George J West Elementary School.

How does George J West Elementary School compare to other restaurants in Providence?

George J West Elementary School most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has George J West Elementary School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at George J West Elementary School have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at George J West Elementary 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 George J West Elementary School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, George J West Elementary School is inspected around two times per year on average.

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