209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Within the dry food storage bins, scoops were observed with handles in contact with food. Single use take out bowls are also being used as scoops.
Corrective Action(s): Ensure scoops are stored in a manner that protects food from potential contamination. Do not use takeout bowls as scoops as they are not designed for this purpose and are not intended to be reused, washed, or sanitized. Use scoops with purpose-built handles and store scoops in a way that prevents the handle from contacting the food product. Date to be corrected by: Today.
Violation Score: 3
306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: 1. Debris and/or dust was observed on walk in cooler walls and fan covers.
2. Debris observed on and within door seals for the following units: 4-door cooler, under counter freezer, preparation cooler, front under counter coolers (sushi area).
3. Accumulation of dried food debris observed on dry storage bins and lids located near enterance to kitchen and near 4-door cooler.
4. Debris observed along floor to wall junctions in prep area near 4-door cooler.
5. Debris observed on exterior surfaces of wall-mounted knife storage box.
6. Large amount of debris observed on floor of dry storage room.
7. Debris observed on surfaces of lower shelving located behind sushi preparation area.
Corrective Action(s): Ensure the above-noted areas are properly cleaned to removed dust and debris. Dust and debris may potentially contaminate food and/or food contact surfaces, and may potentially attract pest activity. Date to be corrected by: August 19, 2019.
Violation Score: 9
307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
Observation: 1. Peeling aluminum foil observed on metal shelving located near kitchen prep area and 4-door cooler.
2. Soiled newspapers observed on lower shelving located near under counter freezer.
3. Wooden pallet located on floor of dry storage room has an accumulation of debris and is showing signs of decay.
Corrective Action(s): 1. and 2. Ensure that aluminum foil and newspapers are removed. These are not suitable surfaces as they are not intended to be washed and sanitized, and may deteriorate over time. Ensure all surfaces are smooth, non-absorbent, easy to clean, non-toxic, and suitable for the intended purpose. Date to be corrected by: August 19, 2019
3. Ensure wooden pallet is removed from the premises as it cannot be adequately cleaned. Date to be corrected by: August 19, 2019.
Violation Score: 3
308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
Observation: Door seals located on kitchen preparation cooler are deteriorated (lower portion).
Corrective Action(s): Ensure new door seals are in place for this cooler. Cracked/deteriorated door seals may allow cold air to escape from coolers and are difficult to adequately clean. Door seals must be in good working order, smooth, non-absorbent, easy to clean, and suitable for the intended purpose. Date to be corrected by: September 13, 2019.
Violation Score: 3
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