Fraser Health Authority



INSPECTION REPORT
Health Protection
ABAI-BF8NRC
PREMISES NAME
Cucina
Tel: (604) 291-9373
Fax: (604) 291-1333
PREMISES ADDRESS
4150 Hastings St
Burnaby, BC V5C 2J4
INSPECTION DATE
August 20, 2019
TIME SPENT
1.25 hours
OPERATOR (Person in Charge)
Rino Cioffi
NEXT INSPECTION DATE
5 Months
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
Yes
HAZARD RATING FOR YOUR FACILITY: Low (≤15) Total Score = 14
Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2
302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Noted a small espresso cup stored in the hand sink in the drink making area.
Corrective Action(s): Ensure all food equipment is collected and taken back to the warewashing facilities in the back to be properly washed/sanitized before being reused.
Violation Score: 5

401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Noted small espresso cup in the hand sink at the drink making area.
Corrective Action(s): Do not store any equipment in the hand sinks.
Violation Score: 5

Non-Critical Hazards: Total Number: 2
209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation: Noted pastries by the front register uncovered again. This issue was noted on the previous report.
Corrective Action(s): Keep pastries covered at all times. All food must be protected from contamination.
Violation Score: 3

311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
Observation: A) Noted burned flooring by the hand sink/back oven area.
B) Hand wash station in the back preparation area has been relocated further down the wall. Health approval not obtained for this change.
Corrective Action(s): A) Repair/replace damaged flooring as part of ongoing maintenance. All surfaces are to be smooth, durable and washable.
B) Submit floor plans for formal approval. Ensure all necessary permits from the City of Burnaby have been obtained.
Violation Score: 1

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

All hand wash stations fully equipped with soap, paper towel, hot and cold running water.
All coolers 4⁰C or less (upright two door in the back, under counter coolers, upright one door cooler, open face display in retail area...etc)
Freezers less than -18C (three door freezer in retail area, undercounter freezer...etc)
Hot holding of soup 63C. All hot foods for display on the hot table were being cooked at time of inspection. Hot holding table/lamps turned on in preparation for the hot foods.
No pizzas available at time of inspection, however sign on sneezeguard indicates 'pizza display only'
Premises makes sauces in batches (not taking place at time of inspection). Reviewed proper cooling procedures. Operator said foods are cooled quickly using an ice bath then transferred to the cooler unit. Ensure hot foods are cooled from 60C to 20C within 2 hrs then transferred to cooler to cool from 20C to 4C within 4 hrs.
Probe thermometer available on site to check internal temperature of foods. Ensure probe is sanitized between uses.
No obvious sign of pest infestation noted. Back door to premises was closed at time of inspection.
Ice machine appeared clean with scoop for ice stored outside of the ice in a separate container.
Manual ware washing procedures reviewed at time of inspection – no concerns. Drain plugs available.
200ppm quat sanitizer available at source dispenser, in sanitizing compartment of warewashing sinks and in spray bottles. Reminded staff to keep reusable wiping cloths stored in a container of sanitizer to prevent microbial growth.
Ceiling tiles appeared clean. Light covers in place. Washroom door is still self closing.