Historic Hat Creek Ranch
3484 Jackson Rd Cache Creek BC V0K 1H0 · Restaurant - Food Service
3 inspections
- Monitoring
7 infractions
- F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
- Observation(s): Fridges/freezers upstairs do not all have thermometers. No thermometer available for monitoring temperature of final rinse cycle in dishwasher. Corrective Action: Acquire and equip all fridges and freezers with a thermometer. Acquire a waterproof thermometer for monitoring temperature of final rinse in dishwasher.
- F2.3 Are food contact surfaces, utensils and equipment washed and sanitized in a manner that removes/prevents contamination?
- Observation(s): Mechanical dishwasher reached only 67.5°C after several cycles. This does not meet the minimum of 71°C at plate for high temp dishwashers. Corrective Action: Have the dishwasher serviced so that the final rinse cycle is a minimum of 71°C at plate. Until the dishwasher is repaired, all dishes must be sanitized after washing, in a solution of sanitizer of adequate concentration, and air dried.
- F2.3A Mechanical dishwasher/glasswasher must provide sufficient washing and sanitizing action to remove contamination.
- F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
- Observation(s): • REPEAT INFRACTION: Lights in basement kitchen do not have shatterproof covers. This poses a risk of possible chemical and physical contamination of food and equipment. • Areas under equipment and in hard to reach areas of the upstairs kitchen have a build up of grease and food debris. • Staff personal items observed stored on food contact surfaces. Items were removed promptly when requested (CDI) Corrective Action: • Have the light covers affixed with covers, or cover the light bulbs with shatterproof sheaths which are available commercially for fluorescent tubes. • Deep clean under all equipment and in hard to reach areas of the kitchen. Add this to the sanitation plan to prevent build up in the future.
- F2.5B The premises must be properly constructed and maintained in good, clean and sanitary condition.
- F2.5J Artificial lighting must have shatterproof covers or shatterproof bulbs.
- F2.5K Storage of equipment, food contact surfaces and utensils must prevent contamination.
- F2.6 Are the premises designed and equipped to ensure safe food handling?
- Observation(s): Dry goods including pancake mix, scone mix, salt, and sugar stored in non-food grade bins in basement kitchen. Scoops stored inside bin with food. Corrective Action: Transfer the food to food safe bins, or place dry goods inside original bags/packaging inside the bins. Store the scoops outside of the bins on a clean surface or container.
- F2.6B All food contact surfaces must be constructed from materials that are suited for their intended purpose, durable and free from any noxious (harmful) or toxic substance.
- F2.7 Are there handwashing stations available and properly supplied?
- Observation(s): Paper towel dispenser in down stairs kitchen is empty. Corrective Action: Refill the paper towel dispenser
- F2.7C Handwashing station must be supplied with single-service product for drying hands.
- F3.3 Are written food handling procedures (Food Safety Plan) current and available on site?
- Observation(s): • Temperature logs are not maintained • Food Safety Plan not available on site and operator unsure where to find it. Corrective Action: • Monitor and record temperature of all cold and hot holding units daily. Send the next month records to the EHO • Locate the Food Safety Plan and ensure a copy is kept on site.
- F3.4 Are written sanitation procedures (Sanitation Plan) current and available on site?
- Observation(s): • Sanitation logs are not maintained • Sanitation Plan not available on site and operator unsure where to find it. Corrective Action: • Monitor and record concentration of sanitizing solution, and temperature of final rinse cycle in dishwasher daily. Template provided. Send the next month records to the EHO. • Locate the Sanitation Plan and ensure a copy is kept on site.
- F2.1 Does the facility have proper monitoring supplies?
- Monitoring
2 infractions
- F2.2 Are proper pest control measures in place on the premises?
- Observation(s): • Some holes and gaps where observed in the lower basement kitchen area, these will be required to be sealed or closed to ensure that pest entry into the facility is prevented. Other areas were noted as sealed. • Operator had pest control traps set up.
- F2.2B The premises must be protected against entry of pests.
- F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
- Observation(s): Observed lights without shatterproof covers in the lower basement kitchen area. This poses a risk of possible chemical and physical contamination of food and equipment. These lights either need shatterproof covers/sleeves or need to be shatterproof lights (e.g. some LED lights). This previously corrected and some coves were observed to be removed again. Note not much food handling occurring in the basement kitchen. Corrective Actions • Ensure that there are covers back on the lights or change to shatterproof lights.
- F2.5J Artificial lighting must have shatterproof covers or shatterproof bulbs.
- F2.2 Are proper pest control measures in place on the premises?
- Monitoring
1 infraction
- F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?
- Observation(s): Observed lights without shatterproof covers in the lower basement kitchen area. This poses a risk of possible chemical and physical contamination of food and equipment. These lights either need shatterproof covers/sleeves or need to be shatterproof lights (e.g. some LED lights). This previously corrected and some coves were observed to be removed again. Corrective Actions • Ensure that there are covers back on the lights or change to shatterproof lights. Previous noted action, that is still pending but in plans to be completed: • Freezer and cooler unit, lockable are installed/located outside on receiving door patio, for this area and EHO working on having this area enclosed to prevent any issues or risk of tampering. Long term planning. EHO will follow up with operator regarding this.
- F2.5J Artificial lighting must have shatterproof covers or shatterproof bulbs.
- F2.5 Are the premises and equipment properly maintained and operated in a sanitary manner (i.e. ongoing maintenance)?