Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
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PREMISES NAME
Ruex Cafe
Tel: (604) 527-6463
Fax:
PREMISES ADDRESS
120 - 13615 Fraser Hwy
Surrey, BC V3T 0P7
INSPECTION DATE
January 10, 2023
TIME SPENT
1 hour
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Jasmine Nijjar
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
1 Month
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 = 16
Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2
301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation:
1. Inside of dishwasher (propellers) have accumulation of grime and caked-on food.
2. Baffles of ventilation canopy have heavy accumulation of grease.
3. Tray of knives stored on top rack of rolling rack observed to be mixed with a box of gloves, wiping cloths, and other random items.
4. Dirty food storage lid and debris observed in a box of utensils stored on the dry storage shelf.
Corrective Action(s):
- Clean inside of dishwasher and baffles of ventilation canopy.
- Clean and sanitize all utensils and ensure they are stored in a clean bin/tray.
- Ensure to follow your sanitation plan for all equipment cleaning.
Violation Score: 5

302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
Observation:
Concentration of QUATs sanitizer in all spray bottles in the kitchen found to be 100 ppm.
Corrective Action(s):
Refill all sanitizer spray bottles and ensure to check the concentration is maintained at 200 ppm for adequate effect.
Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2
209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation:
- Scoop observed to be stored directly on top of spinach in cooler drawer under cookline.
- Scoop observed to be stored directly on top of corn in cooler drawer under cookline.
Corrective Action(s):
Remove scoops from food items as the handle may be potentially contaminated.
Violation Score: 3

309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
Observation:
Bottle of sanitizer observed to be stored inside a frying pan under a prep table.
Corrective Action(s):
Ensure all chemicals are properly stored in a designated area. Immediately wash and sanitize this frying pan.
Violation Score: 3

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

Routine Inspection:

Kitchen:
Hand washing stations fully equipped with liquid soap, paper towels and hot/cold running water.
All temperatures met health requirements:
- Coolers (prep cooler top inserts and under-counters, walk-in, drawers under cookline) maintained at or below 4 degrees Celsius.
- Stand-up freezer maintained below -18 degrees Celsius.
High temperature dishwasher sanitizing with 78.1 degrees Celsius at dish level after the final rinse cycle.
2-compartment sink equipped with hot/cold running water and drain plugs.
Prep sink equipped with hot/cold running water and drain plug.
Proper thawing method observed at the time of inspection - packaged beans submerged in cold water in the prep sink.
General food storage practices satisfactory:
- Bulk foods stored in pest proof containers with lids.
- Dry storage area organized.
- Foods stored at least 6 inches (15 cm) off the floor.
- Meats stored on bottom shelf in walk-in cooler.
Ice machine clean. Ice scoop stored in designated container.

Bar:
Hand washing station fully equipped with liquid soap, paper towels and hot/cold running water.
Temperature of all under-counter coolers maintained at or below 4 degrees Celsius.
Glass washer sanitizing with 100 ppm chlorine.
Concentration of QUATs sanitizer in spray bottle = 200 ppm.

Overall:
Premises well lit.
No signs of pest activity at the time of inspection.

In addition to the violations above, the following requires your attention:
- Tap for hand sink located near standup freezer observed to have a constant drip. Operator informed that a part has already been ordered to repair the drip. Ensure the drip is repaired.
- Clean in hard to reach areas (e.g. on top of the oven, between grooves and crevices, etc.).

Operator signature not required due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Report to be emailed to the Operator.