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Academy of Sacred Knowledge

51 Prince St N, Chatham ON N7M 4J7 · Cafeteria

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Inspection summary

Academy of Sacred Knowledge has been inspected 32 times by Chatham-Kent Public Health since May 7, 2013. The most recent inspection, on May 1, 2026, found no infractions.

11 of 32 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 3 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination, Food temperature control and Cleaning and sanitizing.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 9 times across 9 separate inspections, most recently on June 20, 2023. For example: All food is protected from contamination and adulteration s. 26(1)

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded 8 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on November 25, 2024. For example: Potentially hazardous foods being held hot are held at or above 60°C (140°F) after cooking/rapid reheating s. 27(1) b

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on April 30, 2026. For example: Mechanical dishwasher is properly constructed, designed, and maintained s. 20

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 19, 2013. For example: Hand washing basin with supplies of soap and paper towels in dispensers s.20(1)(c)

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded once on August 28, 2019. For example: Premises is adequately protected against the entry and harbourage of pests s. 13

About this data

These results come from Chatham-Kent Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

32 inspections

  1. Follow-up

    0 infractions

  2. Required

    3 infractions

    • Premises is equipped with an adequate number of hand washing stations that are maintained, kept adequately supplied, and situated for convenient access by food handlers s. 7(3)c, 7(4).
    • Mechanical dishwasher is properly constructed, designed, and maintained s. 20
      • Ensure chlorine sanitizer is at least 100 ppm at 24°C or greater for at least 45 seconds
      • Provide sufficient detergent or chemicals for washing and sanitizing
    • Observed certified Food Handler employee working at time of inspection s. 32
      • Register staff for a certified food handler training program such that at least one certified staff member is present in the food premises during all hours of food service operation
  3. Required

    2 infractions

    • All food within the premises has been obtained from a source that is subject to inspection (unless otherwise permitted) s. 29
      • All food within the premises has been obtained from a source that is subject to inspection
      • Ensure records of the purchase of food for use in the premises are retained on the premises for at least one year
    • Only Grade A or B eggs of domestic hens are present s. 47(1)
      • Only Grade A or B eggs of domestic hens are permitted
      • Dispose of ungraded and Grade "C" eggs of domestic hens
  4. Required

    1 infraction

    • Only Grade A or B eggs of domestic hens are present s. 47(1)
      • Only Grade A or B eggs of domestic hens are permitted
  5. Required

    2 infractions

    • Premises is equipped with an adequate number of hand washing stations that are maintained, kept adequately supplied, and situated for convenient access by food handlers s. 7(3)c, 7(4).
      • Ensure hand washing stations are kept adequately supplied with soap and paper towel dispensers
    • Potentially hazardous foods being held hot are held at or above 60°C (140°F) after cooking/rapid reheating s. 27(1) b
      • Ensure potentially hazardous foods are being held hot at or above 60°C (140°F) or above after cooking/rapid reheating
  6. Required

    1 infraction

    • Premises is equipped with an adequate number of hand washing stations that are maintained, kept adequately supplied, and situated for convenient access by food handlers s. 7(3)c, 7(4).
      • Ensure hand washing stations are kept adequately supplied with soap and paper towel dispensers
  7. Required

    1 infraction

    • Observed certified Food Handler employee working at time of inspection s. 32
      • Register staff for a certified food handler training program such that at least one certified staff member is present in the food premises during all hours of food service operation
  8. Required

    3 infractions

    • All equipment, utensils, and multi-service articles used for food production, display, or sale purposes are properly constructed and maintained s. 8
      • Ensure all equipment, utensils, and surfaces are of such form and material that they can be readily cleaned and sanitized
    • All food is protected from contamination and adulteration s. 26(1)
      • Store all food off the floor
    • Observed certified Food Handler employee working at time of inspection s. 32
      • Register staff for a certified food handler training program such that at least one certified staff member is present in the food premises during all hours of food service operation
      • Maintain copies of valid food handler certificates from certified staff on site at all times
  9. Required

    1 infraction

    • Observed certified Food Handler employee working at time of inspection s. 32
      • Register staff for a certified food handler training program such that at least one certified staff member is present in the food premises during all hours of food service operation
  10. Required

    0 infractions

  11. Required

    0 infractions

  12. Required

    2 infractions

    • Premises is adequately protected against the entry and harbourage of pests s. 13
      • Ensure the premises is adequately protected against the entry of pests
      • Ensure the premises is kept free of conditions that lead to the harbouring or breeding of pests
    • All food is protected from contamination and adulteration s. 26(1)
      • Ensure all food is protected from contamination and adulteration
      • Cover all food in storage
  13. Required

    0 infractions

  14. Required

    0 infractions

  15. Required

    0 infractions

  16. Required

    3 infractions

    • All food is processed in a manner that makes the food safe to eat. s. 26 (2, 3, 4)
      • Cool potentially hazardous food from 60°C (140°F) to 20°C (70°F) within 2 hours.
      • Cool potentially hazardous food from 20°C (70°F) to -4°C to (40°F) within 4 hours.
    • Food is held at 4°C (40°F) or less. s. 27(1) a
      • Ensure all potentially hazardous foods are stored at 4°C (40°F) or less.
      • Adjust or repair the refrigeration unit immediately. Do not store any potentially hazardous foods in the unit until it is able to maintain 4°C (40°F) or less.
    • All food is protected from contamination and adulteration. s. 26(1)
      • Ensure all food is protected from contamination and adulteration.
  17. Follow-up

    0 infractions

  18. Required

    1 infraction

    • Sanitary maintenance of and provision of required supplies in staff / public washroom facilities s.68
      • Equip facility with paper towels in a dispenser / hot air dryer / continuous cloth roller
  19. Required

    2 infractions

    • Food is held at 4°C (40°F) or less s.32 / 33
      • Thaw all hazardous foods maintaining a temperature of 4°C (40°F) or less
    • Food protected from potential contamination and adulteration s.22 / 23 / 26 / 27 / 36
      • Store food at least 15 cm off the floor to prevent contamination s.22 / 23
  20. Required

    2 infractions

    • Food protected from potential contamination and adulteration s.22 / 23 / 26 / 27 / 36
      • Cover all food in storage
    • Proper storage of clean utensils (including single service utensils) s.81
      • Store utensils in manner preventing contamination
  21. Required

    0 infractions

  22. Required

    0 infractions

  23. Follow-up

    0 infractions

  24. Required

    4 infractions

    • Equipment, non-food contact surfaces and linen are maintained, designed, constructed, installed and accessible for cleaning s.18 / 58 / 59
      • Ensure all surfaces are clean and maintained in good repair
      • Maintain cupboards/shelving in a clean and sanitary manner
    • Food contact surfaces washed / rinsed / sanitized after each use and following any operations when contamination may have occurred s.59(g) / 62 / 79
      • Wash, rinse and sanitize equipment / utensils after each use or as often as necessary
    • Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair s.11(d) / (e); s.59(h)
      • Ensure walls are kept clean and in good repair
    • Mechanical ventilation operable where required s.15
      • Ventilation system requires thorough cleaning
  25. Required

    1 infraction

    • Food protected from potential contamination and adulteration s.22 / 23 / 26 / 27 / 36
      • Store food at least 15 cm off the floor to prevent contamination s.22 / 23
      • Ensure all food is protected from potential contamination and adulteration
  26. Required

    2 infractions

    • Food protected from potential contamination and adulteration s.22 / 23 / 26 / 27 / 36
      • Ensure all food is protected from potential contamination and adulteration
    • Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair s.11(d) / (e); s.59(h)
      • Ensure floors are kept clean and in good repair
  27. Required

    2 infractions

    • Food is frozen at -18°C (0°F) or less s.35
      • Ensure all hazardous foods are stored at -18° C (0°F) or less
      • Adjust or repair the freezer immediately
    • Equipment, non-food contact surfaces and linen are maintained, designed, constructed, installed and accessible for cleaning s.18 / 58 / 59
      • Ensure all surfaces are clean and maintained in good repair
      • Remove ice build up from freezer units
  28. Follow-up

    0 infractions

  29. Required

    3 infractions

    • Food is held at 4°C (40°F) or less s.32 / 33
      • Adjust or repair the refrigeration unit immediately. Do not store any hazardous foods in the unit until it is able to maintain hazardous foods at 4°C (40°F) or less
    • Food protected from potential contamination and adulteration s.22 / 23 / 26 / 27 / 36
      • Ensure all food is protected from potential contamination and adulteration
    • Equipment, non-food contact surfaces and linen are maintained, designed, constructed, installed and accessible for cleaning s.18 / 58 / 59
      • Ensure all surfaces are clean and maintained in good repair
  30. Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Hand washing basin with supplies of soap and paper towels in dispensers s.20(1)(c)
  31. Required

    3 infractions

    • Hand washing basin with supplies of soap and paper towels in dispensers s.20(1)(c)
      • Provide hot and cold running water in a basin for hand washing in food preparation area
    • Food is held at 4°C (40°F) or less s.32 / 33
      • Ensure all hazardous foods are stored at 4°C (40°F) or less
      • Adjust or repair the refrigeration unit immediately. Do not store any hazardous foods in the unit until it is able to maintain hazardous foods at 4°C (40°F) or less
    • Equipment, non-food contact surfaces and linen are maintained, designed, constructed, installed and accessible for cleaning s.18 / 58 / 59
      • Ensure a properly maintained shield/canopy is provided over cooking equipment
  32. Required

    4 infractions

    • Food is held at 4°C (40°F) or less s.32 / 33
      • Ensure all hazardous foods are stored at 4°C (40°F) or less
      • Adjust or repair the refrigeration unit immediately. Do not store any hazardous foods in the unit until it is able to maintain hazardous foods at 4°C (40°F) or less
    • Food protected from potential contamination and adulteration s.22 / 23 / 26 / 27 / 36
      • All cans, containers or wrappings of hazardous foods must bear labels as per Regulations s.36
    • Equipment, non-food contact surfaces and linen are maintained, designed, constructed, installed and accessible for cleaning s.18 / 58 / 59
      • Ensure a properly maintained shield/canopy is provided over cooking equipment
    • Sanitize test kit / thermometer readily available for verifying dishwashing and sanitizing temperatures s.75(2)
      • Ensure a sanitizing test kit is provided and used to verify the concentration of the chemical agent

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