Bromyard butcher given two-star food hygiene rating

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Neil Gladwin Butchers in Bromyard received a two-star food hygiene rating after an inspection found multiple safety concerns.

Neil Gladwin Butchers in Bromyard High Street received a two-star food hygiene rating after an inspection on July 21 identified multiple safety and hygiene concerns.

The inspector found a display chiller operating at excessive temperature, shortcomings in cleaning and sanitising a meat slicer, and unwrapped food in a freezer creating a cross-contamination risk. Mould and flaking paint were discovered in a dry store. Rodent droppings were found in a freezer store across the yard from the main premises, though no active infestation was detected within the shop itself. Bait stations outside had recently been disturbed, indicating the business was likely aware of rodent activity. Steps have since been taken to pest-proof the affected area.

The report identified structural problems requiring repair or replacement, including heavily scored chopping boards, a 'worn and dirty' chair in the pie-making kitchen, and a rusty mixer stand. A wall in the washing-up area was unfinished. Several areas needed more thorough cleaning: hand-contact surfaces, freezers, floor junctions and the ceiling of the raw meat walk-in chiller.

The inspector questioned the business's decision to apply a four-day shelf life to high-risk products and noted that food on display appeared too warm. Fridge temperature monitoring records were out of date at the time of inspection.

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