China Cup Buffet - Inspection Report

Inspection Information:

Facility Type:Restaurant
Inspection type:Routine
Inspection date:February 15, 2024
Number of critical violations:2
Number of non-critical violations:  1
Follow-up Required:  Yes

This facility was given a low hazard rating.
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Violations:
A summary of the violations found during the inspection are listed below.

Code Description
301Critical Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: Large build-up of food debris, grease, and grime in the walk-in freezer. This can affect sanitation and attract pests.
Corrective Action: Operator to replace/remove the racks in the walk-in feezer as there is a food debris falling into the racks and thus accumulating on the floor.
302Critical Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
Observation: (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) No active sanitizer detected in sanitizer containers in the dining area. (Public Health Significance) Sanitizing solutions must be strong enough to destroy bacteria on surfaces to prevent the contamination of staff, clients or food on contact with the improperly cleaned surface.
Corrective Action: Operator changed sanitizing solutions as required to maintain an effective concentration (100-200 ppm unscented bleach). Operator to acquire test strips to ensure the sanitizer concentrations are maintained at the required levels.
305 Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
Observation: Back door has a gap on the right side that can allow mice and pests to enter. Mice can fit through gaps as small as a pencil tip. Public Health Significance - Mice feces can carry disease and contaminate food that can lead to foodborne illness.
Corrective Action: The operator must ensure back door is properly sealed to prevent entry of pests.