Bayside VLT Lounge
3216 13 Avenue SE Medicine Hat AB T1B 1H8 · Food - General
17 inspections
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- One of the prep coolers in the kitchen measures 10 degrees C. The items inside were discarded.
- 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 is a gap at the bottom of the bay door.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- There is a buildup of debris behind the ice machine/underneath the pop bib area.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 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 is a gap at the bottom of the bay door.
- 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
3 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- There were several used cleaning cloths left on top of food prep surfaces. Staff filled a bucket with sanitizer to place the cloths in.
- 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 is a gap at the bottom of the bay door.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- There is a buildup of grime on the chest freezer in the shed area.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Cleaning cloths were observed on the counter in the bar area. Discussed with the operator to put them in a sanitizer solution when not in use. The cloths were subsequently placed in sanitizer solution as required.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- The ice scoop was kept inside the ice well. The operator was advised to use a separate, clean container to store the scoop to prevent contamination.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- A container filled with chicken was thawing at room temperature. The operator was advised to follow proper thawing procedures, such as thawing in the refrigerator, under cold running water, to ensure the chicken remains safe for consumption.The temperature of the prep cooler was recorded at 9°C, which is above the required maximum of 4°C. Refrigeration units must maintain a temperature of 4°C or lower to ensure the safety of perishable foods.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- One of the food prep coolers is not maintained at 4°C or lower which is the required temperature. It was measured at 9°C.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 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 hood canopy is due for professional service since November 2024.
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
2 infractions
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The hot water at the hand washing sink in the kitchen is broken.This is a recurring issue.
- 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 hood canopy is due for professional service since November 2024.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The hot water at the hand washing sink in the kitchen is broken.This is a recurring issue.
- 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 hood canopy is due for professional service since November 2024.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- There is a buildup of debris underneath and around the ice machine/pop bibs. Operator stated they will be redoing the floor in this area.This item has been outstanding since April 18, 2024.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Used wiping cloths were left on top of the cutting boards on the food prep coolers. The operator prepared a sanitizer bucket with Quats solution, placed the cloths in solution, and cleaned and sanitized the cutting boards.
- 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 hot water at the handwashing sink in the kitchen is not working. 10/2/24: Staff reported that it was previously fixed but has stopped working again.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- There is a buildup of debris underneath and around the ice machine/pop bibs. Operator stated they will be redoing the floor in this area.This item has been outstanding since April 18, 2024.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Raw meat was stored above sauces in the standup cooler in the kitchen. The meat was reorganized by the operator.The beef broth powder was not covered. The operator promptly covered it with a lid.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Food was being thawed under stagnant water. The operator turned the cold water on and left it running.The upper portion of the food prep cooler measured >4°C. The lid was promptly closed by the operator; a few containers of food which were over-filled were reportioned.
- 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 hot water at the handwashing sink in the kitchen is not working.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- There is a buildup of debris underneath and around the ice machine/pop bibs. Operator stated they will be redoing the floor in this area.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
1 infraction
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- There is a buildup of debris underneath and around the ice machine/pop bibs. Operator stated they will be redoing the floor in this area.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Monitoring Inspection
5 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Used cloths were left out of sanitizer solution. The operator prepared Quats sanitizer solution in buckets and placed the cleaning clothes in them.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Ice scoops were left in the ice of the ice machine and bar well. The scoops were removed by the operator and placed appropriately.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The iodine sanitizer for the bar dishwasher was empty. The operator replaced the iodine sanitizer with a full container. After running the dishwasher, it measured 12.5 ppm iodine.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The cutting board on one of the food prep coolers is extensively warped and knife-scarred and requires resurfacing or replacement.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- There is a build-up of dust/debris on the condenser cover in the walk-in cooler. There is a buildup of debris underneath and around the ice machine/pop bibs.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Plastic togo ramekins were being used as scoops and left in bulk supply containers; regular scoop utensils were also left inside bulk food containers. The operator promptly discarded the togo ramekins, removed the scoops for washing, and set up a separate container to keep the scoops in.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Several boxes of food are being stored on the floor. Operator stated that they will find platforms for food storage.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- There was no surface sanitizer in the bar area.The staff made some surface sanitizer and it was satisfactory - 100 ppm Chlorine.
- 06. Are appropriate food handling practices and plans in place to ensure that food is handled in a manner that makes it safe to eat?
- There was raw meat stored in the walk-in cooler on a tray that was sitting above ready to eat foods.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- There were no paper towels at the hand wash station in the kitchen
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- There were cardboard boxes stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer, the walk-in cooler and the dry storage area.The ice scoop was sitting inside the ice bin in the bar and the handle was touching the ice.There were scoops inside the bulk food containers.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?