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5 Star Catering

5640 188th St, Surrey · Restaurant

20 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Can opener blade and behind the meat slicer guard/sharpener and blade observed to have food debris.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean aformentioend area.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Observed exposed wood elevator to house table top steamer. THIS IS A REPEAT VIOLATION. PICTURES TAKEN.
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal to ensure non-porous and easil cleanable material or remove. Email pictures of platform to be removed or sealed to inspector. Corrected by: December 4, 2025.
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Inside ice machine, white guard observed to have mildew build-up.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize area.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Observed exposed wood elevator to house table top steamer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Seal aformentioned item to ensure non-porous and easily cleanable material or remove. Corrected by: June 11, 2025.
      • Violation Score: 3
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Dried on food soil noted on the bottom area of the blade and by the handle of the meat slicer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Chef had staff clean and sanitize the meat slicer at the time of inspection.
      • This is a repeated violation, please train all staff the proper procedures for cleaning and sanitizing the meat slicer everytime after use. If this violation is repeated again in the future, increase enforcement actions may be taken.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Lots of mouse droppings observed in the following areas:
      • 1. On the floor below the shelving units in the walk-in freezer and walk-in cooler room.
      • 2. Below the table holding unused food contact equipment - room near staff washrooms.
      • 3. 20+ mouse droppings were noted on the floor below the dirty side of the dish washing area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Sweep, clean and sanitize the abovementioned areas.
      • As per Chef, external pest control company comes in twice a month for services. Continue to work with the pest control company. After completing the deep cleaning in the abovementioned areas, please maintain the cleanliness to allow for monitoring of the pest situation.
      • Date to be completed by:
      • Cleaning to be completed in 1 week.
      • Mitigating/ eliminating pest issue: Ongoing
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Hole noted on the floor (broken floor tile) in front of the walk-in freezer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Operator tried to put in a temporary solution by installing boards in front of the walk-in freezer to seal the hole for pest entries to eliminate pest harbourage sites in the past. However, no improvements are noted. Please properly repair the floor in this area to prevent pest harbourage sites and to allow for effective cleaning and sanitation.
      • Date to be completed by: Operator is to discuss plans with area Inspector upon the next follow-up inspection. Actions are to be taken by the next routine inspection.
      • Violation Score: 3
  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. 100 PPM QUAT detected in the 2 sanitizer containers.
      • 2. Food soil noted on the underside of the handle of the meat slicer.
      • Corrective Action(s): **Issues corrected at the time of inspection**
      • Chef refilled the sanitizer containers. 400 PPM QUAT detected in the newly refilled sanitizer containers.
      • Chef cleaned and sanitized the meat slicer during the inspection. Please ensure all areas of the meat slicer is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after use every time.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Several containers of food (sauces and vegetables) stored unprotected in the walk-in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Place cling wrap or covers for all containers of food in the walk-in cooler. Please ensure all food in the walk-in cooler is stored protected.
      • Date to be corrected by: Today
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1. Dust buildup noted on the rack hanging cleaned utensils.
      • 2. Pink organic buildup noted on the exterior of the walk-in freezer door.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize the abovementioned areas and maintain in a sanitary condition.
      • Date to be corrected by: December 6, 2023
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Outstanding violations still noted during the follow-up inspection:
      • Improper scoop, with no handle, still noted stored within a bulk food container.
      • Remove the improper dispenser and use one with a handle. dispenser must be stored with the handle extending out of the food or outside in a sanitary manner.
      • Date to be corrected by: Today
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Multiple areas, as noted during the last routine inspection, were noted with a lot of mouse droppings.
      • Sweep, clean and sanitize all areas noted with mouse droppings.
      • Floor by the walk-in freezer noted in bad repair.
      • Discuss plan to fix floor at the next follow-up inspection.
      • Date to be corrected by: May 10, 23
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 310 - Single use containers & utensils are used more than once [s. 20]
      • Observation: Paper cup, for dispensing bulk food, still noted stored on top of the bulk food container. Discard the paper cup and use an appropriate dispenser.
      • Date to be corrected by: Today
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in a sanitary condition.
      • Observed pink mildew debris buildup inside the ice machine.
      • Health Rationale:
      • Mildew and other debris increase the risk of potential contamination of the ice, which may lead to potential contamination of the ice, which may lead to potential foodborne illness when the ice is used for food and drinks.
      • Corrective Actions:
      • Ensure the ice machine is cleaned and sanitized and maintained in a sanitary condition.
      • Date to be corrected by: 2023/05/08
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Food not protected from contamination.
      • Observed the following:
      • 1. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine without a separate clean container. Top of ice machine was noted to contain dust and other debris which may potentially transfer onto the ice as the scoop is used.
      • 2. Observed an uncovered bucket of turkey broth in the walk in freezer stored below other products and containers.
      • 3. Observed scoops submerged in the dry goods containers, such as flour.
      • Health Rationale:
      • 1. An ice scoop stored in a n unsanitary manner increases the risk of potentially contaminating the ice, increasing the risk of potential injury or illness when consumed.
      • 2. An uncovered container of food stored below increases the risk of contamination from containers or storage above.
      • 3. Submerged scoops increase the risk of potential contamination as staff may touch the food as they reach in, leading to potential foodborne illness.
      • Corrective Actions:
      • 1. Ensure the ice scoop is cleaned and sanitized and placed in a clean container to protect ice form contamination.
      • 2. Ensure food products are covered to protect from contamination.
      • 3. Ensure scoops are cleaned and sanitized and placed in a separate clean container.
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Premises not free of pests.
      • Observed rodent droppings throughout facility,namely at:
      • Area below meat slicer and prep table.
      • Areas below dry storage shelves.
      • Areas below 2 comp sinks and dishwasher
      • Health Rationale:
      • A premises not free of pests increases the risk of potential contamination of food due to tampering and feces or saliva, leading to potential foodborne illness due to pathogen transferral.
      • Corrective Actions:
      • Ensure affected areas are cleaned and sanitized and continue monitoring. Contact your pest control company and increase the frequency of visits (1x/mo to 2x/mo) if needed.
      • Date to be corrected by: 2023/05/11
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation: Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests.
      • Observed the following:
      • 1. Observed damaged flooring near the walk in freezer and gaps below the damages where pests can harbour.
      • 2. Observed standing water in the mop bucket as the mop sink area.
      • Health Rationale:
      • 1. Damaged flooring provides potential areas of harbourage as pests may hide and reside in the gaps provided, leading to potential contamination of food in the premises.
      • 2. Standing water provides a potential site of harborage and breeding grounds for pests, such as flies and mosquitos, leading to potential contamination of food.
      • Corrective Action:
      • 1. Ensure damaged flooring is repaired or replaced to prevent potential harborage of pests.
      • 2. Ensure mop bucket is drained when not in use to prevent potential breeding and harborage of pests.
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not in good working order.
      • Observed glasswasher in bar area measuring at 0ppm iodine during the final rinse cycle.
      • Glasswasher was not in use at the time of inspection, operator stated that facility will be in use on May 6th.
      • Service technician repaired unit at the time of inspection. Verified with a test strip at 12.5ppm iodine.
      • Health Rationale:
      • Glasswasher not in good working order increases the risk of glasses not being properly washed and sanitized, which may lead to potential pathogen survival and potential foodborne illness.
      • Corrective Action:
      • Ensure glasswasher is serviced such that it can sanitize glassware at 12.5 - 22ppm iodine. Do not use equipment until it is in good working order.
      • Directed operator to use low temperature dishwasher in the kitchen if unit is not repaired by May 6th.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Violation Score:
      • 310 - Single use containers & utensils are used more than once [s. 20]
      • Observation: Single use containers & utensils are used more than once.
      • Observed a single use paper cup stored on top of sugar container containing food debris.
      • Health Rationale:
      • Single use cups cannot be cleaned and sanitized easily, which increases the risk of potential contamination due to leaching from the chemicals in the single use cup, which may lead to potential injury or illness.
      • Corrective Action:
      • Ensure single use cup is discarded and a clean reusable scoop is available for use.
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Corrective Action(s):
  9. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Missing paper towel in the handwash station by the walk-in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): **Issue corrected during the inspection** Paper towel installed into the paper towel dispenser.
      • Please ensure that all handwash stations must always be accessible and stocked with paper towel and liquid soap.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Frozen food observed sitting at room temperature during the inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): **Issue corrected at the time of inspection** Frozen food was placed back into the walk-in cooler.
      • Do not thaw food at room temperature. When food is left out at room temperature for an extended time period compounded with the time it takes to process food over 4C, bacteria will proliferate and may produce toxins that cannot be destroyed by heating or further processing alone.
      • Date to be corrected by: Immediately
      • Violation Score: 1
  10. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. No chlorine was detected in the low temperature dish machine at the plate level.
      • **Issue was corrected at the time of inspection** 50 PPM chlorine residual was detected at the low temperature dish machine at the plate level during the rinse cycle.
      • 2. Dark debris and food soil noted on the blade and handle of the meat slicer.
      • As per the operator, the meat slicer was used last week.
      • **Issue was corrected at the time of inspection** The meat slicer was disassemble for cleaning and sanitation during the inspection.
      • 3. QUAT sanitizer was noted at > 500 PPM in the sanitizer container set-up by the Chef.
      • **Issue was corrected at the time of inspection** Chef diluted the sanitizer. 400 PPM QUAT was detected after the sanitizer container was diluted.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Do not use the dish machine until it has been serviced and at least 50 PPM chlorine residual detected at the plate level after the rinse cycle. As per Chef, the last time the kitchen was in used the dishmachine was working find. Verification was done with the chlorine test strips that were available on-site. Note: The kitchen is not in operation today as they did not receive any order for today.
      • 2. Ensure to always disassemble the meat slicer after every use or every 4 hours if used continuously. Wash, rinse and sanitize all parts prior to putting away. There has been known Listeria monocytogenes outbreak associated with an unclean meat slicer and therefore operator must take note to keep this equipment in a sanitary condition to avoid causing patrons to get sick due to an unclean meat slicer.
      • 3. Ensure to dilute the QUAT sanitizer as per the manufacturer's instruction to obtain 200 - 400 PPM QUAT before using. When the QUAT concentration is too high, it may become a chemical hazard to food when used on food contact surfaces. Obtain QUAT test strips to verify the concentration before use.
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Reusable towel noted used to cover food found in the walk-in cooler.
      • Note: This is a repeat violation.
      • Date to be corrected by: Today
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not use reusable towels to cover food. Food must be covered with non-porous, smooth, food grade material.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 211 - Frozen potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above -18 °C. [s. 14(3)]
      • Observation: Walk-in freezer was noted at 2C during the inspection. Food (bread and pasta) were noted soft to the touch and were not frozen. Operator was unsure why the temperature was elevated, believes it may be due to the delivery personnel leaving the door open for too long.
      • Operator called in maintenance for the walk-in-freezer at the time of inspection.
      • Date to be corrected by: End of today
      • Corrective Action(s): Fix the walk-in freezer so that it hold frozen food at <= -18C.
      • Any potentially hazardous food that has been in the freezer for an extended time period should be moved to a functioning cooler and use first as it is uncertain how long the food has been thawing in the freezer unit.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: 1. Black organic buildup noted on the wall in the beverage walk-in cooler.
      • Date to be corrected by: April 19, 2022
      • 2. Carbon buildup noted on the stove and grill top. As per operator, they have not been using the current equipment on-site since the January 2022. They have contracted a company to come in to clean all equipment before they commence operation that requires the use of these equipment
      • Date to be corrected by: May 5, 2022.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Wash, rinse and sanitize the wall in the walk-in cooler.
      • 2. Maintain the cleanliness of all equipment and food contact surfaces after they have been professionally cleaned by the contractor company.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Rust and peeling vinyl noted on the shelving unit underneath a prep station.
      • Operator has bought shelf liner to fix the shelving unit.
      • Date to be corrected by: May 5, 2022
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all surfaces in the kitchen preparation and storage areas are non-porous, smooth and easily cleanable.
      • Violation Score: 3
  12. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Reusable towels used to cover food stored inside the walk-in cooler. This is a repeated violation.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not use reusable towels to cover food. Towels are made from porous material and can not be cleaned and sanitized properly. Food must be covered with non-porous, smooth, food grade material.
      • Violation Score: 3
  13. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 203 - Food not cooled in an acceptable manner [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): A tray of meat curry observed cooling under room temperature. Internal food product temperature measured at 37C. Chef stated meat curry was cooked around 1 hour ago.
      • Corrective Action(s): Use facility cooling method to cool food such as ice bath, ice wand and/or using shallow and small trays. Do not cool food at room temperature. Food must be cooled from 60C to 20C in 2 hours and 20C to 4C in 4 hours. Chef move the curry into a ice bath.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Food sanitizer not available at the kitchen area. Only 1 sanitizing spray bottle available on the premise.
      • Corrective Action(s): Each area with food processing must have food sanitizer available for use. Food sanitizer must be stored close to the area for convenient access. Obtain sanitizing spray bottle or pail for each of the food preparation area.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Reusable towels used to cover food stored inside the walk-in cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not use reusable towels to cover food. Towels are made from porous material and can not be cleaned and sanitized properly. Food must be covered with non-porous, smooth, food grade material.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 210 - Food not thawed in an acceptable manner [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Frozen samosas and potato bites observed thawing under room temperature.
      • Corrective Action(s): Do not thawing food under room temperature. Frozen food must be thawed inside a functional cooler or under cold running water. Chef moved the frozen food into the walk-in cooler.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Modification performed on the in the kitchen walk-in cooler without health approval. The size of the walk-in cooler decreased compare to previously approved plans.
      • Corrective Action(s): Submit updated floor plan to the Environmental Health Officer. Correct by: Dec 20, 2019.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: In operator's absence, no staff on duty has a valid FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent. This is a repeated violation.
      • Corrective Action(s): During operation, at least one staff on duty must have a valid FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent. This requirement must be met during future inspection. Failure to met this requirement in the future inspections may result enforcement actions such as Correction Order and/or Violation Tickets. Correct by: Dec 20, 2019.
      • Violation Score: 1
  14. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Low temperature dishwasher dispensed 0 ppm chlorine sanitizer at the plate level.
      • Corrective Action(s): Manually sanitize all utensils with approved sanitizer until dishwasher is able to dispense 50 - 100 ppm chlorine sanitizer.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Debris build-up observed under the cook line in the kitchen area.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean the aforementioned area. Follow your sanitation plan for regular cleaning schedule. Correct by: today.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: 1. Low temperature dishwasher registered 0 ppm chlorine sanitizer at the plate level. 50-100 ppm is required for proper sanitizing of plates.
      • 2. One of the walk-in cooler was broken and not in use due to moisture damage on the wall.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Operator switched the sanitizing solution bottle for the dishwasher and low temperature dishwasher was able to dispense 50 ppm chlorine sanitizer. Corrected during the inpsection.
      • 2. Fix the aforementioned walk-in cooler to ensure it is able to maintain an ambient air temperature of 4C or less.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Light fixture in the walk-in cooler #2 was missing a light cover.
      • Corrective Action(s): Install a light cover on the aforementioned location. Correct by: Jun 20, 2019.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 501 - Operator does not have FOODSAFE Level 1 or Equivalent [s. 10(1)]
      • Observation: Operator's food safe equivalent certificate expired at the time of the inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Retake the food safe course and obtain a valid food safe or equivalent certificate. Correct by: Jul 27, 2019.
      • Violation Score: 1
  15. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Mould growth observed around the door on the outside of the walk-in freezer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize the area around the door of the walk-in freezer. Date to be corrected by: Tomorrow
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Rubber seals on the walk-in freezer door have been repaired yet.
      • Corrective Action(s): Repair rubber seals to prevent cold air from leaking out. Operator states repairs will be done within the following week.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Light covers/sleeves are missing for light fixtures in areas noted in previous routine inspection:
      • 1. Back prep area of the kitchen
      • 2. Storage area near walk-in freezer
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all light fixtures are protected with shatterproof covers/sleeves.
      • Violation Score: 3
  16. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • Mould growth accumulation around outside edges of walk-in freezer door. This could be a result of the door seal not maintained in a proper condition (see violation code 307).
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Clean and sanitize outside edges of walk-in freezer door. To be corrected by August 14, 2018.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation:
      • Seal of walk-in freezer door is ripping off and not maintained in a proper condition.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Replace door seal of walk-in freezer. To be corrected by August 31, 2018.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation:
      • Light covers missing for the following ceiling light fixtures:
      • - One fixture by back preparation area
      • - Several light fixtures in equipment/dishes storage area (near walk-in freezer)
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Place light covers (or sleeve covers) on all light fixtures that are missing covers to prevent a physical contamination and/or injury. To be corrected by August 31, 2018.
      • Violation Score: 1
  17. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  18. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Seal around the walk-in freezer door requires replacement. Unit is operating at -23'C at this time.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure the seal is replaced. Currently, the temperature is not affected, but to prevent contamination of food in case of fire/smoke damage.
      • Violation Score: 3
  19. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  20. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions