Hope in Jesus Ministries

44 Stamford Ave, Providence, RI 02907

License: Mobile Food Service

Last inspected: Oct 24, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent visit was on Oct 24, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 11 violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Hope in Jesus Ministries is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Oct 24, 2025

Reinspection for Opening

No violations found.

100

Oct 17, 2025

Opening

7 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 11 violations

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

Inspector notes: Establishment menu is lacking an allergen statement.

2-103.11

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. Inspector provided.

2-501.11

No soap available at handwashing sink

Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.

6-301.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (food prep containers) were observed with an accumulation of debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-601.11(A)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.

7-102.11

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the prep unit. Cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.

4-203.12

Food thermometer not available or accessible

Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.

4-302.12

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Food prep container located in the prep unit was not in good repair (cracked container).

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: - refrigerator - table under cook tops

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The following was observed in poor repair: - light bulb protective shield under hood vent (cracked) - ceiling/light fixture above 3 bay sink (leak/drip) The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the kitchen area (large fridge). Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.

6-501.114

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hope in Jesus Ministries last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hope in Jesus Ministries on file is from Oct 24, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Hope in Jesus Ministries compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Hope in Jesus Ministries most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Hope in Jesus Ministries' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hope in Jesus Ministries have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hope in Jesus Ministries 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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