City of Masvingo: Health Standards for Restaurants and Takeaways

The City of Masvingo is committed to ensuring that all food maintain the highest quality so as to preserve the well-being of our community.

Below are the essential requirements for operating a food outlet in our city.

Premises & Facilities

Cleanliness & Sanitation:

All floors, walls, ceilings, and equipment must be kept clean at all times. A cleaning schedule must be designed and followed at all times and the schedule must be displayed at all times

Ventilation:

Adequate ventilation systems should be in place so as to prevent the build up of smoke, fumes, and cooking odours. An extractor fan over cooking area is a must

Were natural ventilation is minimal air conditioners must be used

Waste Disposal:

Number of bins will be calculated as per waste generation rate.

Pest Control:

Effective pest control systems must be put in place to prevent infestations. liaison must be done with department

Kitchen & Food Preparation Area

Safe Water Supply:

All outlets must have access to running tap water and a backup storage tank. Borehole water must be certified by Government analyst before use

Hygiene enabling equipment

Water heating system for proper hygiene, cold and hot water must be tapped.

Double industrial Stainless-steel sink for washing.

Stainless steel working tables.

Refrigeration as recommended by a health inspector

Industrial gas or electric stove must be provided

Pantry for dry food storage

Cupboards for storing equipment.

Hand washing basin for clients

Hygienic Environment:

Drainage inspection holes must be cleaned daily

Surrounding areas must be dust free

Grass must be kept short always

Always keep Surrounding environment free from litter

Sanitary Facilities:

Adequate toilet facilities for both male and female.

All toilets must have handwashing basin

Staff and patrons’ toilets must separate

Personal Hygiene & Cleanliness

Wear clean uniforms, including headgear.

Maintain short, clean nails and minimal jewelry.

Wash hands always

Health & Medical Requirements

Food handlers must undergo regular medical check-ups, with updated medical forms and lab results attached to the forms.

Let’s work together to uphold the highest health standards in Masvingo!

For more details, contact the City of Masvingo Health Department