209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): The following was observed in the kitchen walk-in cooler:
- Bowls of food double stacked with no barrier in between
- Open can of mango pulp
- Scoops/cups immersed in gol gappa water and chutney
Corrective Action(s): Bowls covered and separated. Ensure food is not double stacked to protect from potential contamination from the exterior of the bowl/container.
Mango pulp transferred to another foodgrade container. Ensure that once opened, the contents of cans are transferred to another suitable foodgrade container for storage as the cut surface of the can may oxidize and leach metal once exposed to oxygen.
Scoops/cups removed. Ensure that scoops are stored in a manner that protects food from potential contamination. Scoops are to have handles and handles must not be stored in contact with food.
Violation Score: 3
304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
Observation: Rodent droppings observed in the following areas:
- On floor of dishwasher room and nearby back door (note: back door closed and no gap observed).
- On floor behind dry storage buckets (buckets closed)
- Floor on right side of cook line.
Corrective Action(s): Ensure the above-noted areas are properly cleaned to remove droppings and disinfected. A solution of 1 part bleach to 9 parts water may be used for this purpose. Date to be corrected by: Today.
Have premises re-serviced by pest control. Continue to monitor for droppings and locate/seal any potential entry points. Today and ongoing.
Violation Score: 3
308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
Observation: 1. Preparation cooler at 14 degrees C. Sweets cooler (right side, when facing customers) at 8 degrees C.
2. Although high temperature dishwasher reaches at least 71 degree C at the plate level, it does not turn on easily (multiple tries are needed) and cycle appears to be short.
Corrective Action(s): 1. Service or replace coolers. Ensure coolers are capable of maintaining food at 4 degrees C or less, and contact for re-inspection prior to use. Until such time, do not store any potentially hazardous foods in the coolers. July 24, 2024.
2. Service high temperature dishwasher to ensure it is functioning correctly. In the interim, single service containers/utensils to be used for dine in customers, if dishwasher not capable of properly washing, rinsing and sanitizing dishware. Other equipment to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized manually. Date to be corrected by: July 29, 2024.
Violation Score: 15
309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): One spray bottle containing a strong bleach solution (for washroom cleaning only) was unlabeled.
Corrective Action(s): Spray bottle labeled. Ensure all chemicals are properly labeled to identify their contents to help prevent accidentally using them for the wrong purpose, which may lead to contamination of food/equipment.
Violation Score: 3
311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
Observation: Evidence of living quarters (shower, sink, beds, laundry line) in upstairs mezzanine. Mezzanine is also used for the storage of boxed supplies (e.g. packaging) and equipment.
Corrective Action(s): Immediately discontinue the use of the mezzanine as a living quarters, and remove/decommission equipment not related to the food premises by August 7, 2024. Living or sleeping quarters located adjacent to a food premises must be separated from rooms or areas used for food preparation or storage, to help prevent potential contamination of food, equipment, utensils, and/or supplies. Proposals for changes to approved floor plan or equipment must be submitted in writing to the undersigned EHO.
Violation Score: 5
502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
Observation: No staff on duty had valid FOODSAFE Level 1 or its equivalent in the absence of the operator.
Corrective Action(s): Ensure that at all times, in the absence of the operator, at least on staff on duty holds a valid certificate for FOODSAFE Level 1 or its equivalent. Date to be corrected by: August 23, 2024.
Violation Score: 1
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