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Mountain House Bakery & Cake Art

5035 50 Street Rocky Mountain House AB T4T 1P9 · Food - General

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Inspection summary

Mountain House Bakery & Cake Art has been inspected 7 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since February 5, 2024. The most recent inspection, on March 24, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

None of the 7 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 2 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 4 separate inspections, most recently on April 2, 2025. 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 8 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on March 24, 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?

  • 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 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on March 24, 2026. For example: Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on January 23, 2025. For example: Are appropriate food handling practices and plans in place to ensure that food is handled in a manner that makes it safe to eat?

  • 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on January 23, 2025. For example: Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?

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.

7 inspections

  1. Monitoring 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?
      • The proofing units were recently renovated leaving a portion of the sub-floor (concrete) exposed. This part of the floor had water pooling from the steam within the proofer. Concrete is pourous and not easy to clean. Floor repair is scheduled for this year.*** Please ensure that the floor is repaired as soon as possible to ensure it is smooth, non-porous and easy to clean. I have set a date of 31May2026. If you feel this is not achievable, please contact me to discuss.Until such time as the floor can be repair, diligent attention to maintaining the area free of water and cleaning of this area is necessary. ***
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • CONTINUES: At the time of the inspection, dry goods containers previously noted to be missing lids have been covered with parchment paper as a temporary solution.*** Please ensure that bin lids are replaced to ensure a tight-fitting lids to prevent any pest entry/contamination. ***
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • CONTINUES: At the time of the inspection, dry goods containers previously noted to be missing lids have been covered with parchment paper as a temporary solution.*** Please ensure that bin lids are replaced to ensure a tight-fitting lids to prevent any pest entry/contamination. ***
  3. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • At the time of the inspection, dry goods containers previously noted to be in missing lids have been covered with parchment paper as a temporary solution.However please do ensure that bins are replaced with ones that have tight-fitting lids to prevent any pest entry/contamination.
  4. Monitoring Inspection

    4 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?
      • Continues: Daylight was observed at the bottom of the back door. This can allow the entry of pests.The operator confirmed that the gap will be repaired once all renovations are completed.Pest control reports from Orkin were also available onsite for review.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Continues: At the time of the inspection, several wear spots were observed on the floor in the baking area. These spots were observed to be hard to clean and allowing build-up of dirt. As of April 2nd, 2025, this violation remains, as repairs have not yet been completed.Please ensure floors, walls, and ceilings are repaired so as to be smooth, non-porous and easily cleanable.
    • 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
      • At the time of the inspection, dry goods containers were noted to be in disrepair and/or missing lid parts. Please ensure all bins in disrepair are replaced with ones in good condition and properly fitting lids to protect the bulk supply from contamination.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • Continues: At the time of the inspection, there was flour and sugar buildup on the outsides of bulk containers, on the floors and on shelves. As of April 2nd, 2025, this violation remains.Please ensure the food preparation areas are maintained in a sanitary condition. Please also ensure a cleaning schedule is implemented and followed on a regular basis.
  5. Risk Management Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 06. Are appropriate food handling practices and plans in place to ensure that food is handled in a manner that makes it safe to eat?
      • Continued: Temperature logs were not observed and it was noted by staff that they do not record temperatures.**As of Jan 23, 2025, this violation remains outstanding.**Please ensure that temperature records are completed regularly to help monitor the safety of food processes and storage. A template has been provided.
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Continued: Bags of dry goods and boxes of shortening were observed stored on the floor. Please ensure that all food items are stored at least 6 inches off the floor.
    • 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?
      • Continued: Daylight was observed at the bottom of the back door. This can allow the entry of pests.As of Jan 23, 2025, this violation remains outstanding. The operator indicated that repairs are set to take place and completed by the end of March, 2025.Please ensure that all gaps at openings to the exterior (i.e. doors) are sealed so no daylight is visible to restrict the entry of pests.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • Continued: At the time of the inspection, several wear spots were observed on the floor in the baking area. These spots were observed to be hard to clean and allowing build-up of dirt. As of Jan 24, 2025, this violation remains outstanding. The operator noted that all floors, walls and ceilings are set to be re-done by the end of March, 2025.Please ensure floors, walls, and ceilings are repaired so as to be smooth, non-porous and easily cleanable.
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • At the time of the inspection, there was flour and sugar buildup on the outsides of bulk containers, on the floors and on shelves. Please ensure the food preparation areas are maintained in a sanitary condition. Please also ensure a cleaning schedule is implemented and followed on a regular basis.
  6. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 06. Are appropriate food handling practices and plans in place to ensure that food is handled in a manner that makes it safe to eat?
      • CONTINUES: Temperature logs were not observed and it was noted by staff that they do not record temperatures.*** Please ensure that temperature record are completed regularly to help monitor the safety of food processes and storage. ***
    • 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
      • Bags of dry goods and boxes of shortening were observed stored on the floor. *** Please ensure that all food items are stored off the floor. ***
    • 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?
      • CONTINUES: Daylight was observed at the bottom of the back door. This can allow the entry of pests.*** Please ensure that all gaps at openings to the exterior (i.e. doors) are sealed so no daylight is visible to restrict the entry of pests. ***RESOLVED: Pest control and monitoring is in place.
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • CONTINUES: At the time of the inspection, several wear spots were observed on the floor in the baking area. These spots were observed to be hard to clean and allowing build-up of dirt. Operator noted that the repair is scheduled to be completed.*** Please ensure the floor is repaired so that the floor is smooth, non-porous and easily cleanable. ***
  7. Monitoring Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 06. Are appropriate food handling practices and plans in place to ensure that food is handled in a manner that makes it safe to eat?
      • Ongoing - temperature logs were not observed and it was noted by staff that they do not record temperatures.*** Please ensure that temperature record are completed regularly to help monitor the safety of food processes and storage. ***
    • 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?
      • At the time of the inspection, a pest control contract was observed to be in place., and there was no evidence of pests observed. Monthly pest control checklist sheets were observed at the time of inspection that had not been completed since June 2023. *** Please ensure that the pest control checklist is completed monthly to help encourage monitoring for pests. ***Daylight was observed at the bottom of the back door. This can allow the entry of pests.*** Please ensure that all gaps at openings to the exterior (i.e. doors) are sealed so no daylight is visible to restrict the entry of pests. ***
    • 21. Is the facility properly constructed and maintained in a state of good repair to allow for the safe and sanitary handling of food?
      • At the time of the inspection, several wear spots were observed on the floor in the baking area. These spots were observed to be hard to clean and allowing build-up of dirt.*** Please ensure the floor is repaired so that the floor is smooth, non-porous and easily cleanable. ***
    • 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
      • At the time of the inspection, there was a build-up of dirt and food debris observed in hard-to-reach areas under and behind equipment and storage shelving.*** Please ensure that hard-to-reach areas are cleaned regularly to prevent the attraction, food and harbourage for pests. ***

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