Vj Gallagher Jr High
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
74
Score
Vj Gallagher Jr High has been inspected seven times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 12, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Performance has remained roughly level inspection to inspection, near six violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
By comparison, the average Smithfield facility scores 78, putting Vj Gallagher Jr High on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quaternary ammonia sanitizing solution for the 3 bay sink, as the test strips on site expired in 2022.
4-302.14
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine.
4-302.13
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: The receptacle in the women's toilet room is lacking a cover. A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
5-501.17
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(A)
74
Sep 15, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine.
4-302.13
Food label missing or inaccurate
Inspector notes: Yogurt & granola parfaits packaged in the food establishment are lacking complete 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. Parfaits were removed from self-service case, and are not to be placed there until complete labels have been provided.
3-602.11
Fruits or vegetables not washed before use
Inspector notes: Labels were not removed and apples not washed before placing on the service line.
3-302.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The 3 door freezer is in poor repair, with water pooling on the floor.
4-501.11
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(A)
67
Apr 3, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Food received at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Beef and cheese delivered at 103-108 degrees F. Proper temperatures must be maintained during delivery. 135 degrees or above F for hot food. 41 degrees F or below for cold food. Person delivering the food stated it was for tomorrow, and was brought over to cool. This facility has inadequate refrigeration for cooling substantial amounts of food. Beef & cheese was transported back to the high school to cool in the walk in freezer.
3-202.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer bucket and scouring pad were observed in the hand-washing sink in the dishwasher area. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.
5-205.11
Warewashing facilities; installed maintained, & used; test strips
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine.
4-302.13
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(A)
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the dishwasher area was lacking proper signage. A sign or poster reminding food employees to wash their hands must be posted at all hand sinks used by food employees.
6-301.14
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The freezer in the back delivery area was not in good repair, with water pooling underneath it.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice cream chest have an accumulation of frost and debris. The non-food contact surfaces of the utensil storage bins, and some of the utensils in them have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.
4-602.13
58
Oct 16, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Quaternary ammonium sanitizer solution was in excess of 400 parts per million (ppm). A quaternary ammonia sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be applied at the strength as indicated on the manufacturers' label.
7-204.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The freezer located in the back area was not in good repair, with water pooling on the floor beneath.
4-501.11
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
78
Oct 1, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(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 150-400 ppm. Sanitizer logs are to be maintained daily.
4-501.114
Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Frozen meatballs were only heated to 110 degrees Fahrenheit before being placed into hot holding. Ready to eat foods taken from a commercially processed can or intact package from a food processing plant must be heated to at least 135 degrees Fahrenheit for hot holding.
3-403.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Hamburgers observed held at 103 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Hamburgers were reheated.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Yogurt & granola parfaits, and turkey & cheese sandwiches observed held at 48-55 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Items were placed in refrigerator to chill.
3-501.16(A)
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. English Responding to Vomiting and Diarrhea
2-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: freezer utensil drawer can opener base portable fan wall-mounted fan The chest freezer has an accumulation of frost & debris The milk units have an accumulation of ice and water
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
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Employee observed grazing on food when passing a food prep table. Proper hygienic practices must be followed by food employees in performing assigned duties to ensure the safety of the food, prevent the introduction of foreign objects into the food, and minimize the possibility of transmitting disease through food. Smoking or eating by employees in food preparation areas is prohibited because of the potential that the hands, food, and food-contact surfaces may become contaminated.
2-401.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the back freezer area have an accumulation of soil residue and/or debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The 3 door freezer in the back area was not in good repair, with water dripping on the floor.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: A hot hold unit on the line was not in good repair, with a light bulb or heating element not functioning.
4-501.11
33
Mar 11, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Faucet at 3 bay sink observed leaking. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a Rhode Island Certified Food Protection Manager. Once certificate is obtained, PIC to apply for state licensure.
2-102.12
82
Oct 26, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Faucet at 3 bay sink observed leaking. Plumbing systems to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
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. PIC to forward proof of food safety certificate and state licensure to inspector once obtained.
2-102.12
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vj Gallagher Jr High last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vj Gallagher Jr High on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vj Gallagher Jr High?
Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Vj Gallagher Jr High.
How does Vj Gallagher Jr High compare to other restaurants in Smithfield?
Vj Gallagher Jr High most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Smithfield average of 78.
Has Vj Gallagher Jr High's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Vj Gallagher Jr High 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 Vj Gallagher Jr High 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 Vj Gallagher Jr High inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Vj Gallagher Jr High is inspected around three times per year on average.
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