Serco PECS food hygiene rating
Takeaway/sandwich shop · Maidstone
Serco PECS holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the takeaway met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 18 January 2022, more than 4 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: Clerk To The Justices, The Court House, Palace Avenue, ME15 6LL
How it compares in Maidstone
That puts Serco PECS among the 1,136 places in Maidstone holding top marks, 82% 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 | 1,136 | 82% | ← Serco PECS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 165 | 12% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 61 | 4% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 11 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 12 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 2 | <1% |
A further 65 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 Very 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 Serco PECS 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 Serco PECS, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Community Cafe Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 150 yards away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2023 |
| Buzz Bingo - Maidstone Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 178 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 July 2025 |
| BBs Coffee And Muffins Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 210 yards away | 5 - Very good | 8 December 2025 |
| B & M Retail Ltd Retailers - supermarkets/hypermarkets | 211 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 July 2026 |
| Big Boys Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 225 yards away | 5 - Very good | 6 December 2024 |
| Cafe Beck Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 234 yards away | 5 - Very good | 22 September 2025 |
| Ballin Maidstone Pub/bar/nightclub | 235 yards away | 5 - Very good | 29 November 2025 |
| Card Factory Retailers - other | 236 yards away | 5 - Very good | 17 January 2020 |
Questions about Serco PECS
What is Serco PECS's food hygiene rating?
Serco PECS has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Maidstone Council on 18 January 2022.
Is Serco PECS 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 takeaway to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Serco PECS last inspected?
Serco PECS was last inspected on 18 January 2022, more than 4 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Maidstone Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Serco PECS?
The inspector scored three areas. Hygienic food handling was rated "very good", the cleanliness and condition of the building "very 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 Serco PECS compare to other places in Maidstone?
82% of the 1,387 rated food businesses in Maidstone hold the top rating of 5, and Serco PECS is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Maidstone Council inspects Serco PECS 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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