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Elsafadi Mediterranean Market - Grocery

100 - 10807 Castle Downs Road NW Edmonton AB T5X 3N7 · Food - General

9 inspections

  1. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring 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?
      • *Pest control record was not available for review during inspection.** A gap was noted on the back door in the facility. Please cover all holes and gaps to prevent pest infestation.*** Mice droppings were observed in the bakery around stored bags of flour. Please clean and sanitize all surfaces containing droppings .
  4. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Risk Management 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?
      • A gap was observed at the bottom of the receiving door (back storage room near walk-in freezers) and loading dock. ** Repair or replace weatherstripping and ensure there is no gap.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • 1. Cracked flooring was observed near the dairy section, in the service areas. ** Repair the cracked floor.2. Walk-in freezers were now equipped with proper lighting.
  7. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • Handwashing stations (staff washroom and Deli department) were not equipped with paper towels in suitable dispensers. Paper towels were directly placed on the counter tops near the sink. The importance of having paper towels in dispensers was discussed with the operator, and Options with reduced risk of contamination were also provided. ** Provide suitable paper towel dispensers at each handwashing station.
    • 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?
      • A gap was observed at the bottom of the receiving door (back storage room near walk-in freezers) and loading dock. ** Repair or replace weatherstripping and ensure there is no gap.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • 1. Walk-in freezers were not equipped with proper lighting. Some light bulbs were not operational. ** Repair or replace light bulbs. Overall, ensure walk-in freezers are supplied with sufficient lighting. 2. Cracked flooring was observed near the dairy section, in the service areas. ** Repair the cracked floor.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • In the bakery section, accumulation of debris and mice droppings observed in the hard-to-reach areas. ** Conduct deep cleaning and sanitation in the areas with accumulation of debris and mice droppings. Ensure a schedule is also in place to ensure consistent maintenance.
  8. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Monitoring Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • No paper towel at the handwashing/three-compartment sink in the bakery area. CDI: paper towel dispenser restocked.
    • 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?
      • Current permit was not posted on public display.Please note that your permit is up for renewal on September 30, 2023. Invoice is outstanding - to be sent with the report.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Several mouse droppings and old stock/supplies in the cabinets below the two-compartment sink (shared with Paradiso). Action required: clean & sanitize entire cabinetry area. Seal any holes or structural concerns. Discard any unused equipment/supplies. Consult pest control if activity continues in this area.