A Nailsea Indian takeaway, which was given a zero food hygiene rating, has completed a turnaround after being revisited by environmental inspectors.
North Somerset Council environmental health inspectors visited India Cottage in the High Street in December and ruled that ‘major improvements’ were needed.
Inspectors said that major improvements were needed in its hygienic food handling procedures including the handling of food including preparation, cooking, reheating, cooling and storage.
They also said that major improvements were needed to the cleanliness and condition of the facilities and building.
Inspectors also said a major improvement was needed in the management of food safety to ensure food was safe to eat.
The inspectors also said they wanted evidence that staff know about food safety and wanted details of how standards would be maintained in the future.
The takeaway has now been reinspected by the council and given a four star food hygiene rating.
North Somerset Council spokeswoman Zoe Briffitt said: “The Indian Cottage now has a four star food hygiene rating."
Owner Abdul Jabir took to social media to update customers.
Posting on the Nailsea People Facebook page Mr Jabir apologised for any inconvenience caused and said: “We are really so sorry for any inconvenience.
“We have been re inspected by food hygiene officer on 12 /02/2020.
“He's happy with the paperwork work and all other stuff and has awarded four star.”
