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Lalibela

9920 82 Avenue NW Edmonton AB T6E 1Y9 · Food - General

12 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Demand Inspection

    3 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?
      • No - there was observation of dead German cockroaches (insects) in basement corner storage area (20+ insects) among the stored unused equipment and full bags of recycleables, and in main kitchen area (2 insects) on the centre stainless steel shelving unit.The operator was advised to remove the stored full bags of recycleables and wash the surrounding floor area in the basement storage area. Also, the operator was advised to wash the centre shelving unit in the main kitchen. Note: the operator is to have pest control records available on-site for review (with records to be kept for a period of one year).
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • No - some cleaning and organization required in the basement storage area, as there was observation of dead cockroaches amongst the stored unused equipment and full bags of recycleables. Also, cleaning of the large central stainless steel shelving unit in the main kitchen is necessary (with a couple of dead cockroaches on the unit near kitchen entrance doorway).
    • 24. Is solid and liquid waste being managed in a suitable manner?
      • No - note that the collection and storage of at least fourteen (14+) full bags of recycleables, etc., in the basement storage room are to be removed and the floor area washed (as this may be creating a harbourage for insects, due to evidence of dead cockroaches in this area).
  3. Risk Management 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?
      • Ventilation canopy needs to be cleaned. No sticker was noted for cleaning. Please ensure ventilation maintenance is up to date.
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • Refrigeration unit present onsite. Refrigeration unit has not been plugged in. Refrigeration unit will be plugged in today. Continue to use ice baths for small food batches.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Ventilation canopy needs to be cleaned. No sticker was noted for cleaning. Please ensure ventilation maintenance is up to date.
  5. Risk Management Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • (21-11-2024) "Re-occurring violation" The display cooler (the only cooler in the main kitchen) temperature was measured at 10.7 degrees Celsius during the inspection.Action taken/required:-Staff was instructed to immediately move the food stored in the cooler into the basement's walk-in cooler. -Staff was instructed to immediately call technician and not to use the display cooler until it gets repaired and maintained at 4C or below.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • Staff member was encouraged to complete the basic online food safety training as the lack of food safety knowledge observed during the inspection.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Ventilation canopy needs to be cleaned. No sticker was noted for cleaning. Grease accumulation noted on the metal filters as well. Please ensure ventilation maintenance is up to date.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Outstanding from a previous inspection:- Accumulation of dust was observed on sections of the ceiling above the food preparation area.- The kitchen and basement storage areas were observed to be disorganized, with food debris present on the floors throughout the kitchen areas.Conduct a thorough cleaning of the entire facility, remove unnecessary or unrelated items, and organize all areas to maintain sanitary conditions and support an effective workflow.
  6. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • (21-11-2024) "Re-occurring violation" The display cooler (the only cooler in the main kitchen) temperature was measured at 10.7 degrees Celsius during the inspection.Action taken/required:-Staff was instructed to immediately move the food stored in the cooler into the basement's walk-in cooler. -Staff was instructed to immediately call technician and not to use the display cooler until it gets repaired and maintained at 4C or below.
    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • A positive sanitizer test was not achieved from the dishwasher, as no sanitizing chemical (chlorine) was present in the container attached to the dishwasher.Staff must ensure that sanitizer is always available, properly connected to the dishwasher, and routinely monitored using test strips to confirm that the required sanitizer concentration is being achieved during operation.
    • 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?
      • (22-11-2024)"Re-occurring violation"Pest control records were not maintained. Action required:Ensure that written pest control documentation is available on-site.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • Staff member was encouraged to complete the basic online food safety training as the lack of food safety knowledge observed during the inspection.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • - Accumulation of dust was observed on sections of the ceiling above the food preparation area.- The kitchen and basement storage areas were observed to be disorganized, with food debris present on the floors throughout the kitchen areas.Conduct a thorough cleaning of the entire facility, remove unnecessary or unrelated items, and organize all areas to maintain sanitary conditions and support an effective workflow.
  7. Risk Management Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • -The display cooler (the only cooler in the main kitchen) temperature was measured at 15C during the inspection.Action taken/required:-Staff was instructed to immediately move the food stored in the cooler into the basement's walk-in cooler. -Staff was instructed to immediately call technician and not to use the display cooler until it gets repaired and maintained at 4C or below.
    • 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?
      • "Re-occurring violation"1. Pest control records were not maintained. 2. Few dead cockroaches were observed behind the cooking line and in the basement storage area. Action required:1. Please continue to work with a pest control company. Ensure that written pest control documentation is available on-site.
    • 20. Do food handlers at the facility have adequate food safety training?
      • -Staff member was encouraged to complete the basic online food safety training as the lack of food safety knowledge observed during the inspection.
  8. Risk Management Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • - Pest infestation observed especially in the basement area, I dead cockroach observed inside the walk-in cooler (which was functional this time, and food storage observed there), behind the cooking area". Action required:-Please continue to work with hired pest control professional to reduce/control the pest population.
    • 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?
      • "Re-occurring violation"1. No written pest control records are observed. 2. Cockroach egg sac (egg capsule) is observed on the interior side of the preparation cooler (non-functional) No food storage observed in the prep cooler. Action required:1. Please continue to work with a pest control company as there is a cockroach infestation seen during the inspection. Ensure that written pest control documentation is available on-site.
    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • "Violation corrected"-No chemical/pesticide observed during inspection.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • -Missing light covers and inadequate lighting observed in the basement storage.-Missing ceiling tiles (basement) observed.-Some of the stairs in the basement were in disrepair.-One of the small refrigerator doors, present below the preparation counter was in disrepair.Action required:-Ensure that all the lights have shatterproof covers and adequate lighting is essential for effective cleaning/sanitation of the food facility as well as safe and sanitary operation of the kitchen.-Please repair the ceiling.-Please repair the door of the small refrigerator.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • - Overall, general cleaning and sanitation of the facility was not satisfactory, additional cleaning is required in the main kitchen, behind the cooking line, in the basement area (there were some dead cockroaches).-Organization is required in the basement area (lot of clutter observed, recyclable garbage was stored in the basement). -Clean and sanitize the walk-in cooler shelves and floor.-Clean the preparation cooler (it had some food splashes dried up on the walls). -Basement floor require cleaning.-the ceiling of the main kitchen require cleaning. -The ventilation hood required cleaning.Action required:-Please clean and organize the indicated areas.
  9. Monitoring Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
      • -Soiled cleaning cloth observed at the preparation counter.Action required:-Please always submerge the cleaning /wiping clothes in the sanitizer bucket solution to avoid cross-contamination.
    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • -Open bags observed in the below shelves in the main kitchen area.
    • 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
      • -The batter for injera was stored in the container at the room temperature measured at 24C. The batter was fermenting.Action required:-The batter was discarded onsite.-Education was provided to the staff to store the batter under refrigeration at 4C or below and take only small portion of the batter out during the preparation.
    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • Significant pest infestation observed especially in the basement area, inside the walk-in cooler (which was not functional, and no food storage observed there), below the dishwashing area, behind the cooking area". Lots of live and dead cockroaches observed.Action required:-IMMEDIATE ACTION is required---Please hire a pest control company to reduce the pest population.
    • 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?
      • 1. No written pest control records are observed. 2. A small live cockroach is observed on the interior side of the preparation cooler (non-functional) No food storage observed in the prep cooler. Action required:1. Please hire a pest control company as there is significant cockroach infestation seen during the inspection. Ensure that written pest control documentation is available on-site. 2. Ensure that pest control measures are taken to reduce or eliminate the presence of pests in the facility.
    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • -The operator is using a chemical gel bait to control/kill the cockroaches inside the facility.-Propane tank (full) was stored in the basement. Action required:-Staff was verbally instructed to discontinue the use of pesticide immediately during the inspection.-Please do not use any chemical/pesticide for pests such as flies, mice, cockroaches etc. -Only Pest control professional can handle, use the pesticide in the premises.-Please remove the propane (gas cylinder) tank from the basement.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • -Missing light covers and inadequate lighting observed in the basement storage.-Missing ceiling tiles (basement) observed.-Some of the stairs in the basement were in disrepair.-One of the small refrigerator doors, present below the preparation counter was in disrepair.Action required:-Ensure that all the lights have shatterproof covers and adequate lighting is essential for effective cleaning/sanitation of the food facility as well as safe and sanitary operation of the kitchen.-Please repair the ceiling.-Please repair the door of the small refrigerator.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • - Overall, general cleaning and sanitation of the facility was not satisfactory, additional cleaning is required in the main kitchen, behind the cooking line, in the basement area (there were lot of dead cockroaches).-Organization is required in the basement area (lot of clutter observed, recyclable garbage was stored in the basement). -Clean and sanitize the walk-in cooler shelves and floor.-Clean the preparation cooler (it had some food splashes dried up on the walls). -Basement floor require cleaning.-the ceiling of the main kitchen require cleaning. -The ventilation hood required cleaning.Action required:-Please clean and organize the indicated areas.
  10. Monitoring Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 07. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • -Open bags observed in the below shelves in the main kitchen area.
    • 15. Is the facility free of a pest infestation?
      • "Heavy pest infestation observed especially in the basement area, inside the walk-in cooler, which was not functional, and no food storage observed there". Lots of live and dead cockroaches observed.Action required:-Please hire a pest control company to reduce the pest population.
    • 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?
      • 1. No written pest control records are observed. 2. A live cockroach is observed on the interior side of the preparation cooler (non-functional) No food storage observed in the prep cooler. Action required:1. Please hire a pest control company as there is heavy cockroach infestation seen during the inspection. Ensure that written pest control documentation is available on-site. 2. Ensure that pest control measures are taken to reduce or eliminate the presence of pests in the facility.
    • 17. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Critical)?
      • The operator is using a chemical gel bait to control/kill the cockroaches inside the facility.Action required:-Staff was verbally instructed to discontinue the use of pesticide immediately during the inspection.-Please do not use any chemical/pesticide for pests such as flies, mice, cockroaches etc. -Only Pest control professional can handle, use the pesticide in the premises.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • -Missing light covers and inadequate lighting observed in the basement storage.-Missing ceiling tiles (basement) observed.-Some of the stairs in the basement were in disrepair.Action required:-Ensure that all the lights have shatterproof covers and adequate lighting is essential for effective cleaning/sanitation of the food facility as well as safe and sanitary operation of the kitchen.-Please repair the ceiling.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • - Overall, general cleaning and sanitation of the facility was not satisfactory, additional cleaning is required in the main kitchen, behind the cooking line, in the basement area (there were lot of dead cockroaches).-Organization is required in the basement area (lot of clutter observed, recyclable garbage was stored in the basement). -Clean and sanitize the walk-in cooler shelves and floor.-Clean the preparation cooler (it had some food splashes dried up on the walls). -Basement floor require cleaning.Action required:-Please clean and organize the indicated areas.
  11. Risk Management Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • No chlorine/bleach test strips are observed. Ensure that chlorine/bleach test strips are acquired.
    • 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?
      • 1. No written pest control records are observed. 2. A dead cockroach is observed on the interior side of the door in the small white freezer in the back food prep area. 1. Ensure that written pest control documentation is completed and available on-site. 2. Ensure that pest control measures are taken to reduce or eliminate the presence of pests in 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. The middle portion of the metal surface of the back food prep counter used for preparing coffee is not smooth, and easily cleanable. 2. The white plastic food prep counter surface located near the entrance of the kitchen is observed with metal staples and is not smooth and easily cleanable. 1-2. Ensure that the indicated surfaces are repaired or replaced to be smooth and easy to clean.
  12. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
      • The chlorine dishwasher is measured at 0 ppm. Ensure that the dishwasher is repaired to maintain a chlorine concentration of 100 ppm.
    • 12. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • No chlorine/bleach test strips are observed. Ensure that chlorine/bleach test strips are acquired.
    • 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?
      • 1. No written pest control records are observed. 2. A dead cockroach is observed on the interior side of the door in the small white freezer in the back food prep area. 1. Ensure that written pest control documentation is completed and available on-site. 2. Ensure that pest control measures are taken to reduce or eliminate the presence of pests in 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. The middle portion of the metal surface of the back food prep counter used for preparing coffee is not smooth, and easily cleanable. 2. The white plastic food prep counter surface located near the entrance of the kitchen is observed with metal staples and is not smooth and easily cleanable. 1-2. Ensure that the indicated surfaces are repaired or replaced to be smooth and easy to clean.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • A grill plate is observed to be stored on the floor beneath the middle food prep counter. Ensure that all food equipment is stored off of the floor.