Food Rating "A"

Pizzaland has an "A" food rating. What does this mean?

In order to achieve an 'A' grade, a premises needs to take extra steps above and beyond the minimum statutory requirements

(i.e. above a B grading), such as:

• The general standard of cleaning, hygiene and tidiness is of a superior standard.

• Cleaning and sanitising practises must comply with the requirements for the particular type of premises.

• Food contact surfaces and food utensils are rendered hygienic and are protected from contamination in storage.

• The premise must have posted and put into practise a formal cleaning schedule.

• On inspection there must be on the premises at least one supervisor or manager with sufficient authority and specific responsibility for staff training and supervision who has passed an NZQA qualification in food hygiene/safety that is less than 3 years old.

• At least 75% of staff have an approved qualification in food hygiene/safety that is less than 3 years old.

• The temperature at which any food is stored or displayed complies with food safety requirements and there is on the premises sufficient and satisfactory thermometers in order to monitor and maintain those temperatures.

• Ensure the premises is free from rodents, cockroaches or other insects/vermin and that the premises are regularly sprayed by a pest control professional.