International Meat and Groceries

676 Cranston St, Providence, RI 02907

Grocery / Market

License: Cash Registers - 1-2

Last inspected: Jul 19, 2023

100

Score

Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent report on file is from Jul 19, 2023. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The file hasn't been updated since Jul 19, 2023, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about 16 violations before that.

The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average for Providence sits at 80, putting International Meat and Groceries on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jul 19, 2023

Re-Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jul 6, 2023

Environmental Complaint

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.

View 16 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs and raw meats) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (produce and jelly) in the walk-in refrigerator and 2 dr refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Various prepared foods was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.

3-501.17

Prohibited toxic material present in facility

Inspector notes: Inspector observed a can a RAID roach spray within establishment.PIC informed to cease use

7-202.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of roaches is not controlled as evidenced by live and dead insects. 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

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

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

5-205.11

No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

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: The non-food contact surfaces of the 2 dr refrigerator has an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

4-601.11(B)

Refuse not removed at sufficient frequency

Inspector notes: Inspector observed refuse area with a heavy accumulation off cardboard boxes and dumpster overflow of trash.

5-502.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The cold water faucet knob(missing) in the bakery area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceilings and fans in the produce room area has an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-201.11

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used

Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in the bakery area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.

6-501.110

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

Inspector notes: whole cooked chicken was observed held at (103-122 ) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.Reheated

3-501.16(A)

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

Inspector notes: (Cole slaw and salad) was observed held at (58) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Disposed

3-501.16(A)

Single-use articles reused

Inspector notes: Inspector observed single use buckets being used for storage of raw and cooked foods.

4-502.13

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Cold food display and the produce room located in the kitchen and retail area was not in good repair.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices

Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of support for the hot hold unit(kitchen area) and display case(bakery 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.

4-202.16

Frequently Asked Questions

When was International Meat and Groceries last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at International Meat and Groceries on file is from Jul 19, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at International Meat and Groceries?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at International Meat and Groceries.

How does International Meat and Groceries compare to other restaurants in Providence?

International Meat and Groceries most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has International Meat and Groceries' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at International Meat and Groceries have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at International Meat and Groceries 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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