Al Azhar Centre

5225 101 Street NW Calgary AB T3C 3L8 · Food - General

4 inspections

1. Risk Management InspectionMay 29, 2026

   0 infractions

2. Monitoring InspectionMay 27, 2026

   1 infraction

   • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
     • The sanitizer bottle for the main floor dishwasher was empty.Obtain a new sanitizer for the dishwasher.
3. Monitoring InspectionFeb 25, 2025

   1 infraction

   • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
     • The basement dishwasher is not functional. The dishwashing is done on the main floor kitchen dishwasher.
4. Monitoring InspectionOct 30, 2023

   6 infractions

   • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
     • The low-temperature, chemical dishwasher with chlorine solution was measured to have 0-ppm chlorine concentration. The dishwasher was tested three times. The inspector informed the staff to configure the dishwasher to ensure that it reaches at least 100-ppm chlorine. Otherwise, please contact a technician to configure the dishwasher. In the meantime, if dishwashing is to be conducted, please ensure to fully submerge all utensils, equipment, and dishes in a 100-ppm chlorine solution in the multiple-compartment sink using the correct bleach-water ratio: 1/2 teaspoon (2-5 mL) bleach per liter of water.**FIX THE DISHWASHER TO REACH AT LEAST 100-PPM CHLORINE CONCENTRATION.
   • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
     • There were test strips available for the chlorine sanitizer solution. However, the test strips were expired and wet (cannot be used). The inspector informed the staff to obtain valid test strips. Please ensure to monitor all your testing equipment and obtain valid ones when expired.**OBTAIN VALID TEST STRIPS.
   • 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
     • The exhaust hood ventilation system was not being cleaned according to the schedule determined by a professional cleaning company. Specifically, the sticker indicated that the next hood cleaning is due in June 2022. Thus, please contact a cleaning company to clean the hood and re-determine the appropriate cleaning schedule of the exhaust hood.
   • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
     • The food counter by the handwashing sink was made of wood. Signs that the wood was previously used as a chopping/cutting board was noted. The wood surface had extensive crevices and gaps that can harbor dirt and make it not easily cleanable and smooth. Thus, the inspector informed the operator that the wood counter must not be used for food preparations and handling until it is resurfaced and become smooth and easily cleanable. Alternatively, since the facility had several other food preparation tables made of stainless steel, a sign can be put up indicating that the wooden food counter not to be used for food handling or storage at any time.
   • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
     • The wall behind the dishwashing sink had exposed wood from a removed soap dispenser. The inspector informed the operator that all walls must be smooth, easily cleanable, and impervious to moisture. Thus, please repair the wall and seal the exposed wood.
   • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
     • The light of the walk-in freezer in the basement kitchen was busted. Please replace.