Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital food hygiene rating
Other catering premises · Oxford City
Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the business met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 20 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. A lot can change in a kitchen in that time, and a rating this old says more about the business then than now. Councils prioritise re-inspecting higher-risk premises, so a long gap often means the business is considered low-risk.
Address: John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford, OX3 9DU
How it compares in Oxford City
That puts Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital among the 1,207 places in Oxford City holding top marks, 87% of everywhere the council rates. A 5 is the norm here rather than the exception, so it is the rating to expect, not to be impressed by.
| 5 out of 5 | 1,207 | 87% | ← Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 116 | 8% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 32 | 2% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 4 | <1% |
A further 151 businesses in the area are awaiting inspection or exempt, so are not counted above.
What the inspector found
- Hygienic food handling Very good
- Cleanliness & condition of the building Good
- How well they manage food safety Very good
An inspection scores three things: how food is handled, the physical condition of the premises, and how much the inspector trusts management to keep standards up. At Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital none of the three raised a concern, the overall rating is only ever as strong as its weakest area, so a clean sweep is what produces a high score.
Food hygiene ratings nearby
The closest food businesses to Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belota Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | at this address | 5 - Very good | 4 September 2025 |
| Barnardo's - Viking House Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 August 2023 |
| Brandon Trust Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 21 February 2024 |
| ABC Nursery Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 4 September 2025 |
| Beirut Lebanese Other catering premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 9 December 2024 |
| Bhoomi Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 24 July 2024 |
| Caffe Nero Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 June 2025 |
| Boots UK Ltd Retailers - other | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 16 April 2024 |
Questions about Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital
What is Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital's food hygiene rating?
Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Oxford City Council on 20 October 2023.
Is Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital safe to eat at?
The rating covers hygiene standards found at inspection, not the food itself. At 5 out of 5, the inspector found hygiene standards at this business to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital last inspected?
Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital was last inspected on 20 October 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Oxford City Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "good", and confidence in the management of food safety "very good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital compare to other places in Oxford City?
87% of the 1,382 rated food businesses in Oxford City hold the top rating of 5, and Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Oxford City Council inspects Mitie Patient Catering John Radcliffe Hospital and sets the rating; the Food Standards Agency publishes it. Neither the business nor this site can change a rating, a business that disagrees can appeal to its council, and can request a re-inspection once it has fixed the problems.
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