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Chootea Bubble Tea

1610 - 4500 Kingsway, Burnaby · Restaurant

10 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Prep sinks at the front and the dishwashing sinks & the counter observed with stain build up.
      • - Prep cooler (top counter & lid) observed with sticky residue.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Clean and sanitize.
      • Date to be corrected by: Today
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Debris observed underneath the coffee machine and underneath the counter (floor).
      • - Hard-to-reach areas (corner & edges of the floor) observed with food debris & dust.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Clean.
      • Date to be corrected by: Today
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation:
      • - One staff on duty does not hold valid foodsafe training.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Ensure to have at least one staff with valid foodsafe training on duty when the operator is not present. Staff has agreed to take foodsafe level 1 online.
      • Violation Score: 1
  4. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Vent filter on the ice machine observed with dust build up.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Clean or replace the filter.
      • Date to be corrected by: Dec 24, 2024
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Sticky residue observed on & around the rice cooker at the back by the 3 compartment sink.
      • - Spider webs and debris observed on walls/floors.
      • - Counters, equipment surfaces, shelving units observed with dusts and stains.
      • - Staff washroom not in sanitary condition.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Premises requires deep cleaning in the kitchen. Ensure to clean, sanitize all surfaces and floor.
      • Date to be corrected by: Dec 24, 2024
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • - Faucet from 3 compartment sink is leaking.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Repair or replace the unit to ensure there is no water leak. This has been an ongoing issue; ensure this gets done in timely manner.
      • Violation Score: 3
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Area around the rice cooker is observed with purple rice debris/splatter that was produced during the cooking.
      • - Large bucket with milk powder is obstructing the 3 compartment sink area.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Clean off the rice debris on the wall, cabinet door, and the rice cooker itself. Re-locate the rice cooker and ensure the splatter is cleaned up after each time. Recommend to have some sort of plastic or metal shield / barrier around the rice cooker so that it does not splatter onto hard-to-clean surfaces.
      • - Move the large bucket to other area. Ensure the area in front of the 3 compartment sink is kept clear.
      • Date to be corrected by: Today
      • Violation Score: 3
  7. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - Observed cooked pearls and taro balls in room temperature holding. Time tracking sticker was available but employee stated that they are thrown out after three hours.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Potentially hazardous food items should not stay in room temperature for longer than 2 hours. Products were discarded as it has been already 4 hours since they were prepared. Ensure to time track by writing down the time the toppings were cooked and ensure 2 hour limit is being followed.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • - No sanitizer in use during the operation. Staff stated bleach sanitizer is made before closing.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Sanitizer should be in continuous use during operational hours. Ensure to equip at least one bucket of sanitizer in the prep area when opening. Bleach sanitizer was made at the time of inspection - measured at 100ppm.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation:
      • - No soap available by 3 compartment sink due to broken soap dispenser.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Ensure liquid soap in a dispenser is available.
      • Date to be corrected by: Nov 1, 2023
      • Violation Score: 15
    • 101 - Plans/construction/alterations not in accordance with the Regulation [s. 3; s. 4]
      • Observation:
      • - Sink counter is bulging due to water damage (3 compartment sink).
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Counter needs to be replaced. Ensure to use adequate material to prevent water damage.
      • Date to be corrected by: Dec 30, 2023
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation:
      • - Debris observed in hard-to-reach areas and underneath equipment.
      • - Mould growth observed in the sink edges (1st prep sink).
      • - Deach cockroach, egg casing and droppings observed on the card board lining inside the cabinet in the front area.
      • - Cluttered environment observed through out the premises, inside cabinets etc.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Clean areas noted above. Deep cleaning of the whole facility is required. Take out all of the items inside cabinets and clean & sanitize.
      • - Discard unused items or garbages. Re organize equipment, boxes in orderly manner.
      • - Do not use card board as liners. Discard them.
      • Date to be corrected by: Nov 6, 2023
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • - Soap dispenser by the three compartment sink is not working. Appears blocked.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • - Replace or repair.
      • Date to be corrected by: Nov 6, 2023
      • Violation Score: 3
  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No surface sanitizer available at the time of the inspection. Staff prepared sanitizer at 100ppm chlorine bleach concentration in a designated bin.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep surface sanitizer at all times to sanitize food contact surfaces.
      • Violation Score: 5
  10. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions