Winsor Hill School
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
67
Score
Winsor Hill School appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 25, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around two violations to closer to four violations.
Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
That's lower than the typical Johnston restaurant, which scores around 77. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: 3 bay sink is in poor repair observed a leak at plumbing.PIC informed.
5-205.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: (The door to milk cooler ) located in the (cafeteria) area was not in good repair. Observed tape covering the gaskets.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in back storage area have an accumulation of soil residue, food debris, and/or rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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.Establishment is to apply for a RICFSM with RIDOH.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the (cafeteria(C-3)), is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Inspector observed broccoli being stored at the rinse sink attached to dishwasher. Per PIC, sink is being used to rinse broccoli because 3 bay sink has a leak. PIC informed to rinse broccoli using colander in sanitizing compartment of 3 bay sink.
3-305.14
67
Nov 20, 2025
Re-Inspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. Establishment is to apply for a RICFSM with RIDOH.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the cafeteria, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the dry storage area has an accumulation of soil residue, droppings, and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Establishment is to clean any and all droppings using appropriate means of sanitization. Establishment is to increase pest control if new activity is found and as frequently as needed.
6-501.12
86
Nov 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 1 door reach-in was observed fluctuating between 46-50 degrees Fahrenheit. Food in unit was observed between 40-51 DF. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. All food in unit was evaluated. Any food above 45 DF was voluntarily disposed of at the time of inspection. All other food was moved to properly functioning refrigeration at the time of inspection. Establishment is not to store any TCS foods in unit until unit is able to hold an ambient temperature of 41 DF or less.
3-501.16(A)
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. Establishment is to apply for a RICFSM with RIDOH. Application was printed at the time of inspection.
2-102.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the cafeteria, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floor in the dry storage area has an accumulation of soil residue, droppings and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
74
Apr 1, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the back storage area and 3 bay sink have an accumulation of soil residue ,food debris , and/or old droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
95
Sep 11, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled evidence by droppings in back storage area and dead rodent on glue trap.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.PIC removed rodent from premises.
6-501.112
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in back storage area and mopsink room have an accumulation of soil residue, food debris and/or rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
90
Mar 12, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Dish washer located in the kitchen area was not in good repair(observed leakage at door panel).
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors under warewashing area and back food storage area have a small accumulation of soil residue and/or rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
90
Nov 9, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall in the oven area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
90
May 22, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings observed in the mop sink and storage rooms. Areas to be cleaned and maintained.
6-501.111
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
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The wall in the oven area is in poor repair. Openings observed. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Winsor Hill School last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Winsor Hill School on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Winsor Hill School?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Winsor Hill School.
How does Winsor Hill School compare to other restaurants in Johnston?
Winsor Hill School most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Johnston average of 77.
Has Winsor Hill School's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Winsor Hill School have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Winsor Hill School 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 Winsor Hill School inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Winsor Hill School is inspected around three times per year on average.
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