Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
ATHP-CG4U2K
PREMISES NAME
The Buffet
Tel: (604) 777-2946
Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS
350 Gifford St
New Westminster, BC V3M 7A3
INSPECTION DATE
July 7, 2022
TIME SPENT
1.5 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Lisa Itlerman
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
July 21, 2022
INSPECTION TYPE
Routine
ACTION TAKENFOOD SAFETY & SANITATION
ADMINISTRATIVE
Information Provided
ENFORCEMENT
Require Corrections
Comply
In Use
Food Safety Training [s. 10]
Yes
Food Safety Plan [s. 23]
Yes
Yes
Sanitation Plan [s. 24]
Yes
No
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: Moderate (16-29) Total Score = 18
Critical Hazards: There are no critical hazards.
Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2
304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
Observation: One live mouse was observed in the corner of the customer seating area. It ran underneath the door and outside during the inspection.
No droppings or evidence of mice were observed in the kitchen or storage areas. Several tin cat mouse traps were checked and they were empty. Pest control had been onsite on July 4, 2022 and the report was reviewed during the inspection. The facility has an ongoing contract with pest control.
Corrective Action(s): Continue the contract with the pest control company and continue cleaning every day. Structural improvements are required, as noted in code 305.
Violation Score: 9

305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation: The following structural improvements are required to prevent the entry/harbourage of rodents in the facility:
-Repair the door sweeps underneath the fire exit doors in the buffet and ensure that they are fitted properly.
-Ensure that proper fitted door sweeps are installed on other doors to the exterior.
-Ensure that the gap between the doors leading to the outdoor smoking area is sealed.
-Seal the hole underneath the heat lamps on the buffet counter as it is a potential harbourage area.
-Check for and seal any other potential harbourage areas nearby.
Corrective Action(s): 2 weeks.
Violation Score: 9

Follow Up to "Critical" Violations Noted on Previous Inspections (if applicable): No corrections entered
Comments

The buffet kitchen is now operating on reduced hours- Friday night, Saturdays and Sundays.

All coolers were < 4 C.
All freezers were < -18 C.
Hot held foods in the kitchen were > 60 C.
Temperature records were up to date.
The kitchen dishwasher reached > 71 C at the plate
Ecolab "Smart Power Sink & Surface Cleaner, Sanitizer" is being used
Hand sinks were supplied with hot and cold water, soap and paper towels.
The bar glasswasher had 12.5 ppm Iodine.The second glasswasher is not in use.
General sanitation was satisfactory. There was no build up of food or grease noted in the kitchen.