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Gleichen Hotel - Food

505 Main Street Gleichen AB T0J 1N0 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Gleichen Hotel - Food has been inspected 6 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since November 28, 2024. The most recent inspection, on July 9, 2026, recorded 5 infractions.

None of the 6 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 8 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 9, 2026. For example: Is the facility free of unapproved animals, vermin and/or insects (unless noted elsewhere), and maintained to prevent the entry or harbourage of pests?

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 22 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on July 9, 2026. For example: Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?

  • Food safety training and certificationLower risk

    Most jurisdictions require a certified food handler or manager on site, and some require allergen or food-worker training. These findings mean the paperwork or the trained person was missing at the time. They do not by themselves mean food was handled unsafely.

    Recorded 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on March 19, 2025. For example: Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded once on July 9, 2026. For example: Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on March 18, 2025. For example: Is solid and liquid waste being managed in a suitable manner?

About this data

These results come from Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health), which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

6 inspections

  1. 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 observed that:1. Mouse droppings were present near the back exit door leading to the kitchen, indicating evidence of rodent activity within the property.2. The back exit door located leading to the back of the kitchen was in disrepair, with visible damage to the weather-stripping and a noticeable gap between the door and the door casing, which may allow the entry of rodents, pests, air, and moisture.3. The exit door in the storage area had damaged weather-stripping along the bottom of the door.Ensure to:1. Further investigate and address the rodent infestation within the property. Remove and properly clean all mouse droppings and any contaminated materials.2. Repair the back and storage room exit doors. Ensure the door is weather-tight, pest-resistant, and maintained in good working order. Identify and seal any additional openings, gaps, or other potential entry points that may allow rodents to enter the building. Continue to implement effective pest control measures to eliminate any existing infestation and prevent recurrence.
    • 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. There is water damage to the wall by the men's urinal.2. The flooring around the men's toilet is damaged, where there are loose, missing and broken floor tiles.3. The ceiling in the main bar by the VLT area was in disrepair and exhibited evidence of water damage. A portion of the ceiling was water stained, broken open, deteriorated, and partes were hanging from the roof structure, July 09, 2026: It was observed and identified that #1 and #2 deficiencies remain uncorrected from previous inspections and are still in non-compliance. Ensure all previously identified violations are corrected without further delay.Ensure that:1. Investigate and eliminate the source of water intrusion that has caused the damage to the men's urinal and remove and replace all water damage materials and refinish to a proper condition.2. Repair/replace any broken, damaged or missing floor tiles to a proper finished conditon.3. Investigate and repair the source of water intrusion that has caused damage to the ceiling in the main VLT area. Remove and replace all water damaged, broken, loose, or deteriorated ceiling materials. Restore the ceiling to a safe, sound, and finished condition.
    • 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. There is coving damaged along the walls in the kitchen.2. There is a gap where sealant is missing along the edge of the wall/tile behind the grill line area.July 09, 2026: the recent follow-up inspection that was conducted, it was observed that #1 and #2 previously identified violations remain uncorrected and are still in non-compliance.Ensure:1. repair the coving/baseboards in the kitchen.2. Seal the gap along the wall/tile edge and ensure the finishing materials are completed to meet the food standard requirements.
    • 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. There is water damage to a section of the ceiling in the kitchen area surrounding the grill, that was caused due to a previous water leak. Parts of the ceiling are missing and is open to bare structure.July 09, 2026: A follow-up inspection was conducted where it was observed that this previously identified violation remained uncorrected and is still in non-compliance.Ensure that:1. Remove any remaining water damaged material is required. Repair all damaged ceiling areas as to a condition that smooth and cleanable and meets the requirements in the Food Regulations and Food Code.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • During the inspection, it was observed that the vertical red Molson Canadian cooler was damaged at the front bottom. The damaged section protruded outward potentially creating a physical hazard for customers where it is accessible. This portion was also temporarily repaired using duct tape crating a uncleanable surface.Repair the damaged cooler or replace the cooler with an appropriate undamaged unit.
  2. Monitoring 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?
      • 1. There is water damage to the wall by the men's urinal.2. The flooring around the men's toilet is damaged.Repair these areas
    • 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. There is coving damaged along the walls in the kitchen.2. There is a gap where sealant is missing along the edge of the wall/tile behind the grill line area.Repair these areas.
    • 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 is water damage to a section of the ceiling in the seating/customer area and damage to a section of ceiling by the kitchen entrance.Replace and/or repair all damaged ceiling areas as required.
  3. 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?
      • 1. There is water damage to the wall by the men's urinal.2. The flooring around the men's toilet is damaged.Repair these areas
    • 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. There is coving damaged along the walls in the kitchen.2. There is a gap where sealant is missing along the edge of the wall/tile behind the grill line area.Repair these areas.
    • 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 is water damage to a section of the ceiling in the seating/customer area and damage to a section of ceiling by the kitchen entrance.Replace and/or repair all damaged ceiling areas as required.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • soap was not in an appropriate soap dispenser, located at the handwash sink in the kitchen area.Restock the handwash soap in an appropriate dispenser, at the kitchen sink.
    • 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 a few mouse droppings located on the lower shelving in kitchen area.Clean up all mouse droppings. Clean and sanitize all equipment, food contact surfaces and floors.
    • 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. There is water damage to the wall by the men's urinal.2. The flooring around the men's toilet is damaged.Repair these areas
    • 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. There is coving missing/damaged along the walls in the kitchen.2. There is a gap where sealant is missing along the edge of the wall/tile behind the grill line area.Repair these areas.
    • 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 is water damage to a section of the ceiling in the seating/customer area and damage to a section of ceiling by the kitchen entrance.Replace and/or repair all damaged ceiling areas as required.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • There is an accumulation of empty boxes, unused equipment and boxes of liquor on the floor, in two back storage areas creating an environment that cannot be cleaned and potential harborage for pests.Remove all empty boxes and unused equipment/items and store supplies appropriately to facilitate easy cleaning and inspection.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    12 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 paper towel dispenser was empty at the bar handwash station.Refill and ensure handwash supplies are being restocked and maintained at all times.
    • 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
      • The paper towel dispenser was empty and there was no soap and soap dispenser, located at the handwash sink in the kitchen area.Restock the paper towel dispenser and install and/or have available handwash soap in an appropriate dispenser, at the kitchen sink.
    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • There were several dead mice located on the floor in the ladies washroom.Clean up all dead mice throughout the facility.
    • 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 several mouse droppings and dead boxelder insects located on shelving in kitchen and in hard to reach areas throughout the facility.Clean up all mouse droppings and dead insects. Clean and sanitize all equipment, food contact surfaces and floors.
    • 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. There is water damage to the wall by the men's urinal.2. The flooring around the men's toilet is damaged.3. There is damage to the base of the walls in the ladies washroom, where coving/trim is missing.Repair these areas
    • 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. There is coving missing/damaged along the walls in the kitchen.2. There is a gap where sealant is missing along the edge of the wall/tile behind the grill line area.Repair these areas.
    • 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 is an active water leak at a sink located in the ladies washroom, that is creating a large puddle of water on the floor.Repair the leak and clean and sanitize the ladies washroom..
    • 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 is water damage to a section of the ceiling in the seating/customer area and damage to a section of ceiling by the kitchen entrance.Replace and/or repair all damaged ceiling areas as required.
    • 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 light in the ladies washroom is not working.Repair/replace the light in the ladies washroom.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • There is dust and debris on floors, equipment and food contact surfaces.Clean all these areas. Ensure these are put on routine cleaning schedule.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • There is a large accumulation of empty boxes, unused equipment and boxes of liquor on the floor, creating areas that cannot be cleaned and potential harborage for pests.Remove all empty boxes and unused equipment/items and store supplies appropriately to facilitate easy cleaning and inspection.
    • 24. Is solid and liquid waste being managed in a suitable manner?
      • Garbage/waste receptacles were full and were not being emptied at the end of the day.Empty all waste receptacles and ensure these are completed on a daily schedule.
  6. Initial Inspection

    2 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?
      • 1. There is coving missing/damaged along the walls in the kitchen.2. There is a gap where sealant is missing along the edge of the wall/tile behind the grill line area.Repair these areas.
    • 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. There is water damage to the wall by the men's urinal.2. The flooring around the men's toilet is damaged.3. There is damage to the base of the walls in the ladies washroom, where coving/trim is missing.Repair these areas
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