Bashaw Eats
5015 50 Street Bashaw AB T0B 0H0 · Food - General
11 inspections
- Monitoring Inspection
5 infractions
- 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
- - During the inspection, it was noted that the operator did not maintain written documentation of monthly pest control monitoring. To assist with future compliance, PHI provided the operator with pest control templates for ongoing monitoring and recordkeeping. Please ensure that pest control monitoring and record keeping are conducted at least once per month.
- 19. Does the facility have a valid permit and does the facility operate in compliance with the conditions of that permit, or is the facility awaiting approval prior to operation?
- - An outdated food handling permit, expiring in February 2026, was identified during the inspection. The operator was informed, and a new permit will be posted immediately by the operator.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- - In the back of the kitchen, unfinished wood was observed serving as a food contact surface for a cooking appliance. Please ensure that all food contact surfaces are made of impervious, durable, smooth and easy to clean material.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- - Food debris was observed on the floor in multiple areas of the kitchen. Please ensure that all affected areas are promptly swept to prevent the attraction of pests and to promote a clean and sedentary environment. Additionally, a written sanitation schedule has been provided to the operator to tailor to the facility's specific cleaning needs
- 24. Is solid and liquid waste being managed in a suitable manner?
- - Observed a significant quantity of cardboard boxes, filled trash bags, and filled recycling bags discarded on the ground at the rear of the commercial food establishment. All waste materials must be stored in secure, contained receptacles to prevent the attraction of pests and to maintain a clean and contained waste area.
- 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 01. Is the food facility in compliance with verbal and/or written approvals and/or orders issued by an Executive Officer, and is the Executive Officer able to exercise their duties without obstruction or interference?
- - PHI is unable to perform assigned duties due to obstruction from staff members and owner.
- 01. Is the food facility in compliance with verbal and/or written approvals and/or orders issued by an Executive Officer, and is the Executive Officer able to exercise their duties without obstruction or interference?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
- Operator mentioned that pest control is done through a third-party contractor, pest control records were not observed during the inspection. Kindly send the picture of pest control records to PHI.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Facility needs deep cleaning and organization in pantry and kitchen area. -Make sure to clean and sanitize pantry and kitchen area on routine basis.Template for cleaning schedule will be shared for reference.
- 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- A car booster seat was observed stored in the dry food area.The booster seat was removed from the food storage area.Make sure that articles not associated with food must not be stored with food to avoid cross contamination.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- 1) Soap was missing near the hand washing sink.2) Paper towel was observed without dispenser.The violations were addressed during the inspections.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 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 kitchen flooring near the storage area is in disrepair Currently, three sections of tile are missing, exposing the subfloor.Please ensure the missing tiles are replaced to maintain a smooth, durable and easy to clean surface.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- - The vegetable slicer is not in a clean and sanitary state. PHI observed food residual in a solid state in multiple areas of the slicer, indicating the slicer had not been cleaned prior to service. The owner confirmed that the vegetable slicer had not been cleaned, but it was not used during the recent service period.Please ensure food equipment is cleaned on a regular basis to promote safe food preparation and to prevent the growth of pathogenic organisms that can cause foodborne illness.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- - An accumulation of food debris has been noted under and around the oven and deep fryer. To limit the attraction to pests it is important to regularly maintain an clean environment free of food debris.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- - The commercial high-temperature dishwasher fails to exceed 71 degrees Celsius at the dish level, signaling inadequate sanitation. The temperature was measured with a max hold thermometer. A temperature of 66.8 degrees Celsius was obtained. PHI conducted 5 test runs. Please ensure the high-temperature dishwasher is repaired in order to reach a temperature above 71 degrees Celsius at dish level, to ensure adequate sanitation of kitchenware.
- 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 kitchen flooring near the storage area is in disrepair Currently, three sections of tile are missing, exposing the subfloor.Please ensure the missing tiles are replaced to maintain a smooth, durable and easy to clean surface.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- - The meat slicer is not in a clean and sanitary state. PHI observed food residual in a solid state in multiple areas of the slicer, indicating the slicer had not been cleaned prior to service. The owner confirmed that the meat slicer had not been cleaned, but it was not used during the recent service period.Please ensure food equipment is cleaned on a regular basis to promote safe food preparation and to prevent the growth of pathogenic organisms that can cause foodborne illness.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- - An accumulation of food debris has been noted under and around the oven and deep fryer. To limit the attraction to pests it is important to regularly maintain an clean environment free of food debris.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
- - There are no signs of pests in the facility.- Operator noted ant issue outside, but pest control company has been contracted to control this.- However, the facility does not maintain monthly written pest control records. An AHS Pest Control Records Checklist was provided. Please make copies and use on a monthly basis. Keep records on site for future reference.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Wall area where pizza paddle is hung is deteriorating due to continuous contact with pizza paddle.- Please repair this wall area so that it is smooth, durable, impervious to moisture, and easily cleanable.- I also recommend storing the pizza paddle in a way where there is less contact with the wall.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- 1) The pizza paddle had accumulated grime and debris.2) The prep cooler and prep area had accumulated grime.3) The high touch surface and handle areas of the fridges and freezers were visibly dirty.Note: - Staff cleaned/sanitized these during the inspection.- Please ensure these are cleaned/sanitized more frequently throughout the day.
- 16. Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions