Jo’s Loaves food hygiene rating
Manufacturers/packers · North Hertfordshire
Jo’s Loaves holds a 5, the highest food hygiene rating there is. At its last inspection the food producer met every standard the inspector checked, with nothing needing attention.
The rating: 5 - Very good
The rating dates from 3 November 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: The Estate Office Offley Hoo Hoo Lane, Offley, SG5 3ED
How it compares in North Hertfordshire
That puts Jo’s Loaves among the 789 places in North Hertfordshire holding top marks, 78% 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 | 789 | 78% | ← Jo’s Loaves | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 out of 5 | 155 | 15% | ||
| 3 out of 5 | 48 | 5% | ||
| 2 out of 5 | 13 | 1% | ||
| 1 out of 5 | 10 | 1% | ||
| 0 out of 5 | 0 | 0% |
A further 105 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 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 Jo’s Loaves 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 Jo’s Loaves, nearest first, so you can see how it compares to its neighbours.
| Business | Distance | Rating | Inspected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lukes Patisserie Manufacturers/packers | 68 yards away | 5 - Very good | 1 December 2025 |
| Lumi Chocolate Manufacturers/packers | 68 yards away | 5 - Very good | 24 October 2025 |
| A Little Taste of Seoul - Destination for Local Produce Retailers - other | 129 yards away | 5 - Very good | 20 August 2025 |
| Berts Jamaican Kitchen Restaurant/Cafe/Canteen | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 June 2026 |
| Offley Place Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house | 0.3 miles away | 5 - Very good | 23 August 2024 |
| Offley Recreation Centre Pub/bar/nightclub | 0.4 miles away | 5 - Very good | 14 July 2022 |
| Offley Endowed Primary School School/college/university | 0.7 miles away | 5 - Very good | 12 May 2026 |
Questions about Jo’s Loaves
What is Jo’s Loaves's food hygiene rating?
Jo’s Loaves has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5 (very good), given by North Hertfordshire Council on 3 November 2023.
Is Jo’s Loaves 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 food producer to be very good, the top end of the scale.
When was Jo’s Loaves last inspected?
Jo’s Loaves was last inspected on 3 November 2023, more than 2 years ago. Food hygiene inspections are unannounced, and the rating is published by North Hertfordshire Council rather than by the business.
What did the inspector find at Jo’s Loaves?
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 "good". Lower concern in all three is what earns a high overall rating.
How does Jo’s Loaves compare to other places in North Hertfordshire?
78% of the 1,015 rated food businesses in North Hertfordshire hold the top rating of 5, and Jo’s Loaves is one of them.
Who decides the rating?
North Hertfordshire Council inspects Jo’s Loaves 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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