Robert F Kennedy School

195 Nelson Street, Providence, RI 02908

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Feb 26, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Robert F Kennedy School five times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Feb 26, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at zero versus two before.

Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Providence restaurant scene, where the average is 80, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 26, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 16, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Fruits or vegetables not washed before use

Inspector notes: (Apples) were not washed before being packaged and served. Raw fruits and vegetables must be thoroughly washed in water to remove soil and other contaminants before they are cut.

3-302.15

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floors in walk in cooler have an accumulation of rust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.11

Mar 13, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: Observed lighting in the walk in freezer was out. Sufficient lightening must be available to employees to perform certain job functions.

6-303.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The floors of the walk in cooler have an accumulation of rust and other debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.11

Oct 24, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in refrigeration unit is leaking onto the floor. Condensate drainage and other non-sewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-403.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings throughout the shared storage area. 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

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The walls in the gym/cafeteria area and walk-in cooler floor are in poor repair. Inspector observed several holes in the walls (near exit doors, near gym/cafeteria entrance) and heavy rust/accumulation of water on walk-in cooler floor. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

Inspector notes: The shared storage room floor and shelving have an accumulation of debris and rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.114

Apr 20, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Robert F Kennedy School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Robert F Kennedy School on file is from Feb 26, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Robert F Kennedy School?

Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Robert F Kennedy School.

How does Robert F Kennedy School compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Robert F Kennedy School most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Robert F Kennedy School's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Robert F Kennedy School have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around zero violations compared to about two previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Robert F Kennedy 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 Robert F Kennedy School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Robert F Kennedy School is inspected around three times per year on average.

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