Providence Career and Technology High School
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Providence Career and Technology High School six times, with records going back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 11, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, with around five violations found each time.
Food-contact surfaces comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for Providence sits at 80, putting Providence Career and Technology High School on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Debris was observed in storage room under shelving.
6-501.12
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The concentration of the sink & surface sanitizer solution for the wet wiping cloths was 0 parts per million (ppm). The sani bucket was refilled to proper concentration.
3-304.14
90
Oct 14, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Several food items in the bakery walk-in were observed with date marks exceeding 7 days. Disposed.
3-501.18
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (potato slicer, bakery pans) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. All items taken to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-602.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The coving tile near the restaurant service doors was observed cracked with a missing piece.
6-501.11
70
Sep 30, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sauce was observed with date mark exceeding 7 days. Disposed.
3-501.18
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the sanitizer buckets 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-300 ppm. Sanitizer buckets were refilled at proper concentration during inspection.
4-501.114
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Pizza was observed held in hot box at 98 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Temperature was adjusted during inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils the following were observed with an accumulation of food and debris: -bread pans -mixer bowl -potato slicer. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. All itms were brought to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine at the. Inspector Provided.
4-302.13
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the dishwash and service areas were lacking paper towels. Paper was provided during inspection.
6-301.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The ice machine was observed in poor repair, with duct tape holding door components in place. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The display case was observed with an ambient of 48 degrees.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -refrigeration gaskets -can opener base (bakery) -mixer bases.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The coving tile near the restaurant service doors was observed cracked with a missing piece.
6-501.11
39
Mar 11, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 5 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Recently portioned roast beef was observed held at 57-60 degrees Fahrenheit and stacked above the fill line in the prep unit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Supervisor had staff place portioned packages on a sheet pan and placed in walk-in to rapidly chill.
3-501.16(A)
Food-contact surfaces; cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Auto-dispenser at 3-bay sink was not dispensing sanitizer at the proper concentration (under 200ppm). Supervisor drained and refilled sink to proper concentration.
4-501.114
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Veggie burgers were observed thawing on the counter. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing. Veggie burgers were placed in refrigeration.
3-501.13
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (potato slicer, bakery can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. All items were cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -mixers -walk-in gaskets -can opener base (bakery). All items taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(B)
58
Oct 2, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 0 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 ppm. Sanitizer was added to the sanitizing bay and tested at proper concentration during inspection.
4-501.114
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) in the bakery area were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine. Inspector provided thermo labels during inspection.
4-302.13
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of several refrigerator gaskets have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC stated cleaning service is scheduled for 10/3/24.
4-601.11(B)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The door to the staff toilet room is not self-closing.
6-501.19
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
61
Mar 21, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (such as eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (such as banana peppers) in the 4 door stack refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Leak observed under food preparation sink. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected
Inspector notes: Protective shielding is not provided for the lights near the warewashing 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
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The kitchen hood vents in the bakery and culinary classrooms have an accumulation of soil residue and dust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Providence Career and Technology High School last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Providence Career and Technology High School on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Providence Career and Technology High School?
Across the inspection record, food-contact surfaces has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Providence Career and Technology High School.
How does Providence Career and Technology High School compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Providence Career and Technology High School most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Providence Career and Technology High School's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Providence Career and Technology High School have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around five per visit.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Providence Career and Technology High 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 Providence Career and Technology High School inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Providence Career and Technology High School is inspected around three times per year on average.
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