Jacks New York System

827 Park Ave, Cranston, RI 02910
American
License: Seats - Less than 50
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
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Score
Medium Risk

Jacks New York System, located at 827 Park Ave in Cranston, RI, underwent a moderate risk inspection on April 13, 2026. This inspection identified five major violations, including issues with the person in charge demonstrating knowledge and performing duties, as well as problems with adequate handwashing sinks. The facility has a history of medium-risk inspections across its two recorded evaluations.

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Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
5 major violations.
View 5 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Wiener sauce 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
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
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person certified in food safety was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The kitchen does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. Hand sink to be added in back prep area.
5-203.11
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
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Dec 10, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chlorine sanitizer solution was observed in excess of 200 parts per million (ppm). A chlorine sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be between 50-100 ppm. 3-bay sink was drained and redone.
7-204.11
Sewage backflow not prevented
Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed. Air gap sheet provided to PIC.
5-402.11
Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Meat sauce was placed hot in the refrigerator in plastic covered containers greater than four inches deep. Proper cooling methods reviewed with PIC.
3-501.15
Insufficient number of handwashing sinks
Inspector notes: The kitchen does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas. Hand sink to be added in back prep area.
5-203.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)
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
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the air conditioner unit is draining into the walk-in. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The floor in the back prep area has an accumulation of rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.11
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