Il Poom Restaurant
3338 Parsons Road NW Edmonton AB T6N 1B5 · Food - General
6 inspections
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- ** - raw meat was stored above and beside vegetables/ready-to-eat foods/cooked foods in the walk-in cooler. Please ensure no other foods are stored under or next to raw meat - except for other raw meat products. Corrected during inspection.
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
7 infractions
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- ** - newspaper was observed covering items in the cooler - do not use dirty newspaper to cover foods or food equipment as the ink is not food-grade and the newspaper may be contaminated.
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- ** - food and/or food equipment was stored on the floor - not permitted, must be stored off of the floors. Floors cannot be used as food countertops.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- ** - scoops were observed stored with the dirty handle in direct contact with the food ingredient.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- ** - improper cooling observed: do not just turn off the heat from large pots of cooked broth - divide into smaller amounts to cool quickly.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- ** - cooked vegetables and cooked fish cake were stored at room temperature in the waitress area and was measured and verified to be 18'C (discarded during inspection). Please retrain staff to ensure that high risk foods are stored hot at 60 degrees Celsius or more, or stored cold at a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or less (not on the counter)
- 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- ** - test strips to test sanitizing chemical were not accessible or provided upon request
- 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
- ** - duct tape was observed on food equipment. Unfinished or raw wood surfaces observed. All surfaces in a kitchen must be smooth, cleanable, non-absorbent, and durable.
- 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- Initial Inspection
1 infraction
- 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?
- 1) As this inspection is a part of the approval process, there is no permit available. Ensure when the facility is approved that the invoice is paid, the permit is printed and displayed at the facility.
- 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?
- Demand Inspection
2 infractions
- 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?
- 1) As this inspection is a part of the approval process, there is no permit available. Ensure when the facility is approved that the invoice is paid, the permit is printed and displayed at the facility.
- 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) Unfinished wooden shelves were found in the front service area. Finish the wood so that the surface is easy to clean, impervious to moisture and smooth. 2)Holes were found around pipes by front food prep cooler and in the dining area around air vent conduits. Ensure that gaps around pipes are sealed to allow for easy cleaning. 3) Incomplete baseboard was found near the front food prep cooler and rubber baseboard in the kitchen was improperly attached to the wall. Ensure that baseboards are in place and proper installed.
- 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?
- Demand Inspection
5 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- 1) Large pots were found onsite that could not fit in the dishwasher or the sink in the dish pit. The operator was told not to use these pots since they cannot be cleaned and sanitizer appropriately. Replace the large pots with others that can fit in the dishwashing sink and the dishwasher.
- 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?
- 1) As this inspection is a part of the approval process, there is no permit available. Ensure when the facility is approved that the invoice is paid, the permit is printed and displayed at the facility.
- 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) Unfinished wooden shelves were found in the front service area. Finish the wood so that the surface is easy to clean, impervious to moisture and smooth. 2) Wooden supports under a handwash sink were unfinished. Ensure that wooden surfaces are finished such that they are smooth, easy to clean and impervious to moisture.3) Holes were found around pipes by front food prep cooler and in the dining area around air vent conduits. Ensure that gaps around pipes are sealed to allow for easy cleaning. 4) Incomplete baseboard was found near the front food prep cooler and rubber baseboard in the kitchen was improperly attached to the wall. Ensure that baseboards are in place and proper installed.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- 1) Wooden utensils were found at the facility. Ensure that utensils in the facility are easy to clean and durable. The wooden utensils were discarded during the inspection.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- 1) Openings were found in the walk in cooler. Ensure that surfaces are smooth, easy to clean and impervious to moisture. Seal the unit.2) Supports in food prep coolers were open. Ensure that the supports are sealed to prevent food accumulation.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?