A town centre restaurant on the Isle of Wight has been hit with a zero star hygiene rating after inspectors found cross-contamination risks, poor staff training and signs of mould.
Following a visit from the Isle of Wight Council's environmental health team, Number 3, Bath Road, Cowes, was told it must fix issues and deep clean.
During the inspection, cleanliness was found to be 'very poor'.
Among the concerns were potential mould growth on the ceiling and some walls.
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There was a significant build-up of dirt on the shelving area underneath the sink and above the dishwasher, and windows in the kitchen were in a 'poor condition'.
The inspector also flagged cross-contamination risks.
They said there was no clear system for using separate chopping boards and an inspector saw raw fish fillets on a board usually used for cooked meat.
Staff did not wash their hands after handling raw fish, instead wiping them on a cloth that was then used to wipe surfaces.
Bread was then put on the same surface for cutting, so the inspector told staff to move it to a clean area away from fish.
Disinfectant used did not meet industry standards, a report said.
The inspector found no evidence staff were properly trained and flagged defects in the floors, ceilings and walls.
They also found a gap under the external kitchen door, which could let pests in.
There were no clear procedures for allergy-free meals or for telling customers which allergens were in each dish.
The inspector said the restaurant was putting commercial waste into the domestic collection, and rinsing a temperature probe in warm water instead of sanitising it before and after use.
It was found there was not a suitable system in place based on the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point principles (HACCP).
The County Press contacted Number 3 for comment but no response was received at the time of going to press.
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