Cummins food hygiene rating
Retailers - other · Chelmsford
Cummins holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the shop met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 31 May 2024, 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: 76 - 78 Gandalfs Ride, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, CM3 5WS
How it compares in Chelmsford
That puts Cummins among the 1,327 places in Chelmsford holding top marks, 92% 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 | 1,327 | 92% | ← Cummins | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 86 | 6% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 18 | 1% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 6 | <1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 9 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 1 | <1% |
A further 153 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 Cummins 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 Cummins, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nannycake Retailers - other | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 October 2025 |
| Runwood Homes PLC Caring Premises | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 25 November 2025 |
| Genesis Caring Premises | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 July 2025 |
| Marsh Farm Animal Adventure Park Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 7 August 2025 |
| Eyott Sailing Club Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 27 May 2025 |
| Elmwood Preschool CIC Caring Premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 10 February 2025 |
| Cook Stars Chelmsford Other catering premises | 0.5 miles away | 5 - Very good | 2 June 2026 |
| Dayis Kebab And Pizza Takeaway/sandwich shop | 0.6 miles away | 5 - Very good | 19 November 2024 |
Questions about Cummins
What is Cummins's food hygiene rating?
Cummins has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by Chelmsford Council on 31 May 2024.
Is Cummins 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 shop to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Cummins last inspected?
Cummins was last inspected on 31 May 2024, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by Chelmsford Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Cummins?
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 Cummins compare to other places in Chelmsford?
92% of the 1,447 rated food businesses in Chelmsford hold the top rating of 5, and Cummins is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
Chelmsford Council inspects Cummins 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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Cummins is one of 92 rated food businesses in South Woodham Ferrers. See every hygiene rating in South Woodham Ferrers →
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