Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
64
Score
Going back to 2024, Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital has four inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 16, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
There hasn't been much movement either way: results have stayed near six violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, non-food contact surfaces clean is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (raw eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (packaged deli meat) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.
3-302.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of biofilm. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Unit taken out of service to be washed and sanitized. Ice disposed.
4-601.11(A)
Food does not meet standards of identity
Inspector notes: (Various pastries ) packaged in the food establishment are lacking labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.PIC informed.
3-601.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following equipment was observed in poor repair: -patient cooler door handle wrapped in tape -patient grab and go cooler damaged being held attached to base with plastic bag. Equipment must be in good repair and/or proper adjustment.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of debris: -steam table shelves -prep tables shelves -exterior of stackable refrigerator units -grill shelves
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the kitchen have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Per PIC, cleaning company to service facility on 4/16/26. Company expected to complete a detailed cleaning of floors, walls, and ceilings.
6-501.12
64
Sep 16, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
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.
5-402.11
Food thawed using improper method
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: (Beef ) was observed thawing on the counter. ROP Salmon salmon was observed thawing in walk in cooler with package still intact. Temperatures was observed at 33-37 DF. PIC removed salmon from package and return to walk in for proper thawing. 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.
3-501.13
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Allergen statements are lacking at several stations in retail area. PIC informed.
2-103.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (vegetable slicer and ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.Ice machine taken out of service to be washed and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Following equipment was observed in poor repair: 1.The power towel dispenser in retail area was not in good repair.Observed not dispensing paper towel. 2.Handwashing sink in the kitchen observed detaching from wall(sealant removed and/or damaged). 3.Observed cloths being used in prep unit to collect the condensate from unit. Equipment must be maintained and good repair and/or proper adjustment.
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: 1.food storage carts 2.exterior of stackable coolers 3.stove hoods(retail area) 4.under steam tables 5.prep table shelves
4-602.13
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the (back kitchen area near food storage room ) do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors throughout the kitchen have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Employees' clothing or other personal belongings were observed stored in the (food prep) area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
6-501.110
50
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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.
5-402.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (slicer, shelves under retail steam tables, and hood vents ) have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the (kitchen near storage rooms ) do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
78
Apr 2, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hose in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, slicer) 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)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed fans/vents in reach-in refrigerator to have an accumulation of dust, dirt, and other debris.
4-602.13
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital?
Across the inspection record, non-food contact surfaces clean has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital.
How does Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Providence average of 80.
Has Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around six per visit.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sodexo at Women & Infants Hospital is inspected around two times per year on average.
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