“Residents and diners can now see how well local food businesses are complying with food hygiene and safety requirements with a star rating awarded to those achieving high compliance,” Mayor Tsirekas said.
The program, which has been rolled out to over 40 councils across the state, has been developed to promote local businesses achieving high levels of food safety and educate consumers on food hygiene standards within their local area.
“We are excited to announce that the first five star certificate has been awarded to Crust Gourmet Pizza Bar - Drummoyne. This is the highest level of compliance with hygiene and food safety standards,” Mayor Tsirekas said.
George Papadopoulos from Crust Gourmet Pizza Bar said he was proud to have received a five star award rating, and to be the first business in the City of Canada Bay to receive one.
"We pride ourselves on thoroughly following Food Safety Standards and providing a high quality product to our valued customers," he said.
Since the program began Council has also issued four star certificates to 25 local businesses and three star certificates to 10 local businesses.
“We are lucky to enjoy a fantastic range of quality restaurants in our area so keep a look out for those purple and green certificates and support local businesses taking part in the program.” Mayor Tsirekas said.
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