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Gems Cafe

7 State Avenue Fort Assiniboine AB T0G 1A0 · Food - General

8 inspections

  1. Monitoring Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • A surface sanitizer was not present while food preparation was being done. A surface sanitizer shall be readily available to disinfect work surfaces. A surface sanitizer was made during the inspection.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • Soap and paper towels were not present at the main hand sink. Soap and paper towels shall be place by the hand sink.
  2. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Fridge cooler doors (main cooler, front small fridge has a buildup of food debris present in the seal or tracks. Action shall be taken to clean the seals and tracks to prevent bacterial growth and cross contamination.
  4. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 02. Is all food in this facility from an approved source and/or properly labelled?
      • Farm eggs are present in the kitchen. Eggs were removed from the kitchen during the inspection. Please ensure all food and food ingredients received are from certified inspected sources to prevent foodborne illness or cross contamination.
    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • Sanitizers being used are not appropriate for this setting. 1. 100% Natural O2 Bleach (Hydrogen Peroxide) Sanitizer has no DIN and no manufacturer's instructions on dilution. 2. Surface Disinfectant (Seventh Generation) has a 10 min contact time, which is not realistic for a food facility. Please ensure that an approved sanitizer is used to reduce the risk of food becoming contaminated with bacteria when coming in contact with the utensil or surface.
    • 09. Are chemicals stored and handled in a safe manner?
      • Surface sanitizer bottle at the front of the coffee bar under the utensils was not labeled. Please ensure that chemicals are kept in containers which are clearly labeled to identify the contents.
    • 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?
      • An excessive amount of flies were noticed during the inspection. Inspector suggested having fly strips in the back room, away of the food preparation area to aid in pest control. Please ensure that pest management and control measures are in place, as flies present a potential source of contamination of food and food products.
  7. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Initial 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?
      • 1)The rear prep area wall has paint missing from the wall due to scratches/minor damage. This area shall be repaired and repained to ensure it is easily cleaned2) Electrical socet cover is missing from the under the menu board3)The light switch cover was missing from the area accoss from the furnace room.