A Tuebrook takeaway that was heavily criticised by health inspectors has turned its fortunes around.
In June, Liverpool Council officials handed down a damning verdict on Gr8 pizza and golden wok following a thorough inspection of the premises. A rating of one out of five was awarded after a litany of concerns were found.
However, last month upon a second visit, the Food Standards Agency rescored the West Derby Road venue, with a new mark of four out of five, deeming the takeaway to have moved from major improvements required, to good. During its first inspection, Gr8 pizza was found lacking in the management of food safety and hygienic food handling but cleanliness was deemed to be generally satisfactory.
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Its website describes its dishes as “a work of art for its aesthetic value” but carries mixed reviews from customers. The website said: “Here at Great Pizza we are constantly striving to improve our service and quality in order to give our customers the very best experience.”
The takeaway, which was heavily criticised less than two months ago, serves burgers, pizzas and Chinese meals from £1.90 to £42.99. A new inspection can be requested by proprietors following the initial assessment if they do not agree with the findings.
Authorised officers may visit a premises for several reasons, including food hygiene and food standards inspections, sampling, complaint follow-up or advisory visits. They have the right to enter and inspect a premises at any reasonable time.
Officers will usually arrive without making an appointment and can take a number of actions immediately, including seizing foods suspected to be unfit for human consumption. Formal legal notices can be issued setting out actions that must be taken to keep the premises open or, if required, recommend a prosecution.
As in the case of Gr8 pizza, officers can allow enough time to make changes to a premises, unless there is an immediate risk to public health.
How often a business is routinely inspected will depend on the type of business and its previous record. Some premises might be inspected at least every six months, other less often.
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