Rising Sun Pub in Blacko Receives One-Star Food Hygiene Rating

Inspectors from the local council visited the Rising Sun pub in Gisburn Road, Blacko, and found several issues that led to a one-star food hygiene rating. The pub's management has been informed of these issues, including poor cleaning and storage practices, and the need to improve cooling and stock rotation. The inspector noted a lack of temperature control, dirty pots, and visible mould growth in the kitchen.

Key Takeaways:

• The Rising Sun pub in Blacko received a one-star food hygiene rating after an inspection in January, with inspectors highlighting issues with cleanliness, management of food safety, and temperature control.
• The inspector noted a lack of temperature control, with a large pan of gravy and curry not kept under temperature control, and food being frozen and then reheated after two days, which is not a safe practice.
• The kitchen was described as a "mess," with several tasks being undertaken at once, and dirty pots resting on the worktop.
• Visible mould growth was found in the fridge/freezer seals, on the walls outside the kitchen, and in the ice machine.
• Issues with paperwork, including Safer Food Better Business forms, temperature records, and cleaning schedules, were also noted by the inspector.

Statistics:

• 63°C: The minimum temperature at which food must be kept to prevent bacterial growth.
• 8°C: The maximum temperature at which food must be stored to prevent bacterial growth.
• 4 weeks: The intended timeframe for a follow-up inspection, which has not yet taken place.

Sources:

• Lancashire Telegraph
• Freedom of Information request
• Food Standards Agency website