THE owner of Mirch Masala in Norbury sacked the takeaway's manager after its latest zero star hygiene rating.
For the last two years, the Norbury Indian takeaway was given the lowest possible score following inspections by food standards officers.
After receiving 'bad' in food hygiene and structure and no confidence in management, the owner fired the manager of ten years and promoted Tasawwar Iqbal to improve standards.
"Having a zero rating is having a big effect on our business," said Mr Iqbal. "Many customers are e-mailing and calling to ask why we are rated zero. The previous manager did not keep up the standards so I am in charge of keeping ithe restaurant hygienic now.
"The pipe from the sink was leaking and the seals on the fridges were broken and dirty. We fixed these now and have a new oven, new microwave, new fridges and a clean floor.
"We have spent between £10,000 and £15,000 and now thoroughly clean the kitchen every day.
"Customers have been to look and said that the kitchen is very clean and excellent now. Anyone can come and see for themselves."
