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Hope Senior Center

1208 Lake St E

Last inspected Aug 31, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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3 inspections

Routine

Aug 31, 2026

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager certificate on-site. Ensure that one full-time staff member holds a MN-issued certificate. Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) - MN Dept. of Health

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
majorCode MN Rule 4626.1110ABHandwashing

Official wording

Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.

Inspector’s notes

Observed bags and other items stored in the handwashing sink. All items were removed at time of inspection. Make sure that all handwashing sinks are accessible at all times.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Aug 31, 2026 · Original Source

Routine

Aug 28, 2025

Complete

Official score: 98 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager certificate on-site. Ensure that at least one full time staff member holds a state issued certificate. Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) - MN Dept. of Health

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
majorCode MN Rule 4626.1440Handwashing

Official wording

Have hand soap at all handwashing sinks.

Inspector’s notes

Observed hand soap missing from handwashing sink in kitchen area. All handwashing stations must be properly supplied with hand soap at all times.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Aug 28, 2025 · Original Source

Routine

Jul 18, 2024

Complete

Official score: 100 · Understand this area’s scale

2 recorded violations

minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings

Official wording

The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.

Inspector’s notes

Observed no Certified Food Protection Manager certificate on-site. Ensure that at least one full-time employee holds a State of MN-issued CFPM certificate and post copy as requested.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1335ACleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

Floors, walls and/or ceiling finishes are not approved. Finishes must be smooth and easily cleanable.

Inspector’s notes

Observed prepackaged, dried food stored in a room with wood flooring. Flooring should be smooth and easily cleanable.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Minneapolis Health Department, Jul 18, 2024 · Original Source

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