Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
DNGG-CTLT9S
PREMISES NAME
Noodle Waffle Cafe
Tel: (604) 353-5829
Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS
8888 University Dr
Burnaby, BC V5A 1S6
INSPECTION DATE
July 10, 2023
TIME SPENT
1.5 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Kelvin Wu
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
July 17, 2023
INSPECTION TYPE
Routine
ACTION TAKENFOOD SAFETY & SANITATION
ADMINISTRATIVE
Information Provided
ENFORCEMENT
Require Corrections
Comply
In Use
Food Safety Training [s. 10]
No
Food Safety Plan [s. 23]
Yes
No
Sanitation Plan [s. 24]
Yes
No
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: High (≥30) Total Score = 43
Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2
302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Employees unable to properly demonstrate how to manually wash and sanitize equipment and utensils. Incorrect method, no sanitizer used.
Corrective Action(s): - Properly wash and sanitize dishes. Use 100-200 ppm chlorine bleach sanitizing solution to sanitize dishes.
- 3-Compartment Sink Manual Dishwashing and Sanitizing Method reviewed with employees:
1. WASH dishes with warm water (minimum 45C) and detergent
2. RINSE dishes with clean warm water (minimum 45C)
3. SANITIZE dishes with 100-200 ppm chlorine bleach sanitizing solution (1 tsp chlorine bleach + 1 L water)
4. AIR DRY

**Review proper method with all employees.
**Obtain chlorine test papers so that sanitizer concentration can be verified.

[Correction Date: Immediately]
Violation Score: 15

401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Access to kitchen handsink papertowel dispenser blocked.
- Meat thawing in kitchen handsink.
Corrective Action(s): - Handsinks must always be accessible and provided with hot and cold water, liquid soap and papertowels.

[Correction Date: Immediately]
Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 5
209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation: 1. Rice scoop stored in room temperature water between uses.
2. Containers of sauces stored directly on the ground under handsink and prep sink beside mop sink.
Corrective Action(s): 1. Store rice scoop in ice water between uses. Change rice scoop, and ice water container when ice melts. OR Rice scoop to remain dry. Wash and sanitize rice scoop every 2 hours.

2. Do not store food directly on the ground or under/ beside plumbing. Store all items at least 6" (15 cm) off the ground.

[Correction Date: 10-July-2023]
Violation Score: 3

210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): - Meat thawing at room temperature in handsink and on top of kitchen chest freezer.
Corrective Action(s): - Do not thaw food at room temperature.
- Best practices for thawing:
- Under cold running water.
- Inside a cooler ≤4C.
- Small portions - cook from frozen or in the microwave.

[Correction Date: Immediately]

Violation Score: 1

306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: - The following areas require thorough cleaning:
- All surfaces and hard to reach areas. Floors, walls, ceilings.
- Ventilation exhaust filters. Heavy accumulation of grease and dirt.
- Ventilation exhaust system. Contact service provider was cleaning. System was last cleaned April 2022.
- Under, behind, between all equipment (cooking equipment, cooler, freezer, sinks etc.)
- Shelving surfaces - food debris and grease accumulation.
- Interior of all coolers.
- Microwave covered in aluminium foil and duct tape.
Corrective Action(s): - Thoroughly clean above noted areas and all other surfaces and hard to reach areas.
- Do not cover equipment with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or duct tape. All surfaces must be smooth, non absorbent, and easily cleanable.

[Correction Date: 17-July-2023]
Violation Score: 9

308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
Observation: - Kitchen handsink is leaking. Large amount of water pools on ground when handsink is used.
Corrective Action(s): - Repair kitchen handsink. Ensure that handsink drains properly and does not leak onto kitchen floor.

[Correction Date: 14-July-2023]
Violation Score: 9

502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
Observation: - Operator not present at time of inspection. Staff on duty could not provide proof of FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent certification.
Corrective Action(s): - At least one staff on duty must have FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent in operator's absence.

[Correction Date: 10-July-2023]
Violation Score: 1

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

- Service Area Prep Coolers (x2): <4C
- Service Area Single Door Upright Coolers (x2): ≤4C
- Service Area Prep Cooler: 2C
- Kitchen Upright Single Door Cooler: 4C
- Kitchen Sliding Door Cooler: 4C
- Kitchen Prep Cooler: 1C
- Kitchen Chest Freezer: -13C (Food products maintained in a frozen state).
- Rice Hot Holding: 64C to 75C
- Curry Hot Holding: 84C

- Cooling Procedures reviewed with employees:
- HOT food must cool to 20C WITHIN 2 HOURS
- 20C to ≤4C WITHIN 4 HOURS

- 200 ppm chlorine bleach sanitizing solution available in spray bottles.

- Interior of ice machine appears maintained in a sanitary condition. Ice scoops are stored outside in a clean container.

**FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION REQUIRED. ENSURE THAT ALL VIOLATIONS ARE CORRECTED BY NOTED CORRECTION DATE.