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Nena's Breakfast House / Desi Hut

273 WYSE, DARTMOUTH · Food Establishment

7 inspections

  1. Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.
      • Cutting board observed with excessive cuts and discoloration. Mold like growth also observed on the bottom side. Clean and sanitize the cutting board. It must be replaced or resurfaced if no longer easily cleanable.
  2. Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 33(2) The operator must ensure that all refrigeration and heat-holding equipment has a temperature measuring device that is accurate and in good repair.
      • In accordance with Section 4.1.11 of the Nova Scotia Food Services and Food Retail Code, you must: have a functioning thermometer(s) on all heating and cooling equipment; and calibrate all thermometers routinely and maintain calibration logs.
    • 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;
      • Provide single use paper towels in dispensers at handwashing sinks in the washrooms.
    • 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.
      • Cutting board observed with excessive cuts and discoloration. Mold like growth also observed on the bottom side. Clean and sanitize the cutting board. It must be replaced or resurfaced if no longer easily cleanable.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • French fry cutter was observed with food debris. Clean and sanitize the fry cutter. It must be cleaned and sanitized after each use.
    • 34 An operator must ensure that a food establishment is operated so that all food and food ingredients are processed, manufactured, handled, prepared, packaged, served, sold, offered for sale or distribution free of charge, dispensed, displayed and stored in a manner that prevents contamination and adulteration.
      • Open can of beans observed being stored in the refrigerator. Opened canned food must be transferred to a food-grade container before refrigerating.
  3. Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;
      • Stock the kitchen handwashing station and the handwashing sink at the staff washroom with soap in dispensers. Provide paper towel in dispenser in the public washroom. Ensure all handwashing stations throughout the food establishment are constantly stocked with handwashing supplies. Hand hygiene sinks must be equipped with hot and cold running potable water, liquid soap and paper towel in dispensers. Hand hygiene stations must be available for food handler's use.In accordance with Section 2.14 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must provide at least one hand washing station in each food preparation area. In accordance with Section 2.15 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must equip toilet rooms for staff and the public with hand washing stations.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Inadequate cleaning and sanitation program at this facility. A deep cleaning of the food establishment is required, with particular attention to the kitchen. There is grease build up under equipment and three basin sink, wall surfaces with food splashes and debris (behind service counter area, kitchen by microwave, corridor, etc.), high touch surfaces with debris build-up (kitchen, hallway, storage room, washrooms), etcetera. There is a spillage in the back storage floor requiring cleaning. In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must: a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.
  4. Inspection

    9 infractions

    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Inadequate cleaning and sanitation program at this facility. A deep cleaning of the food establishment is required, with particular attention to the kitchen. There is grease build up under equipment and three basin sink, wall surfaces with food splashes and debris (behind service counter area, kitchen by microwave, corridor, etc.), high touch surfaces with debris build-up (kitchen, hallway, storage room, washrooms), etcetera. There is a spillage in the back storage floor requiring cleaning. In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. In accordance with Section 4.2.3 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must: a. ensure food contact surfaces of cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency that prevents the accumulation of grease deposits and other residues.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • Increase the frequency of pest control services to weekly for the next three months. Provide proof of weekly pest control service and submit the reports to the Public Health Inspector after each visit. Follow the instructions/ recommendations given by the pest control services.
    • 37(1) If directed by an inspector, a food establishment must maintain records that demonstrate the quality assurance system used to ensure food safety in the processing or preparation of a food.
      • In accordance with Section 3.1.4 of the Nova Scotia Food Services and Food Retail Code, you must maintain records that demonstrate your Quality Assurance (Management) System, including the following: Maintain temperature log for all cold and hot holding units.
    • 16(1) An operator must comply with all reasonable directions given by an inspector under the Act and these regulations.
      • Comply with identified violations. Refer to this, as well as previous inspection reports for details.
    • 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;
      • Stock the kitchen handwashing station and the handwashing sink at the staff washroom with soap in dispensers. Provide paper towel in dispenser in the public washroom. Ensure all handwashing stations throughout the food establishment are constantly stocked with handwashing supplies. Hand hygiene sinks must be equipped with hot and cold running potable water, liquid soap and paper towel in dispensers. Hand hygiene stations must be available for food handler's use.In accordance with Section 2.14 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must provide at least one hand washing station in each food preparation area. In accordance with Section 2.15 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must equip toilet rooms for staff and the public with hand washing stations.
    • 23(1)(b) All equipment and utensils used to process, prepare, store, serve, sell or display food must be designed, constructed, installed and maintained to (b) allow adequate cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance.
      • Fix the leaky faucet at the kitchen handwashing station. In accordance with Section 4.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure all equipment is maintained and functional for its intended use.
    • 28(2) If an operator is absent from a food establishment, the operator must ensure that a member of the personnel who has successfully completed a food hygiene training program is present.
      • No certified food handler present on site during the time of inspection. Ensure at least one certified food handler is present at all hours of operation. One person per shift is required with food hygiene training certification. Employees must be able to provide the proof of completion of food handler training upon request to the Public Health Officer. Submit the Food hygiene training certificate to the Public Health Officer.
    • 29(1) An operator of a food establishment must have a maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program in place to control the risk of contamination of food, equipment, utensils and other facilities in the food establishment.
      • Develop detailed written cleaning schedules for the food premises including all facilities and equipment (daily, weekly, monthly, etc.) In accordance with Section 4.2.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must demonstrate that a written sanitation program is in place, which: a. Outlines the parameters to be controlled in the food premises to ensure safety of the food product.b. Includes sanitation procedures for equipment, utensils or refrigeration units that impact on food safety, which must specify:i. areas, items of equipment, and utensils to be cleaned;ii. the designated food handler(s) responsible for the cleaning and sanitizing;iii. the chemicals and/or cleaning products (including concentrations) and process to be used;iv. the procedures used;v. the frequency of cleaning and sanitizing; andvi. inspection and monitoring records.c. Documents that the sanitation program is monitored and its effectiveness verified.d. Reflects the level of risk of the food products as determined by the management plan required in Section 3.0 of this Code.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • Clean and disinfect hard to reach and all areas affected by rodent droppings in the food premises, with particular attention to kitchen areas. Rodent droppings were observed throughout the kitchen floors by handwashing sink, dishwashing sinks, in between surfaces by microwave stand, back corner of counter, etc. In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
  5. Inspection

    10 infractions

    • 23(2)(b) Equipment used to cook, heat-treat, cool, store, display or freeze food must be designed to (b) control temperature, humidity, air flow and any other condition that is likely to have a detrimental effect on food safety.
      • Pepsi cooler in the dining the area measured a temperature of 16 degrees Celsius. Discontinue using it until it is repaired. Repair the fridge to maintain a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or below.
    • 28(2) If an operator is absent from a food establishment, the operator must ensure that a member of the personnel who has successfully completed a food hygiene training program is present.
      • No certified food handler present on site during the time of inspection. Ensure at least one certified food handler is present all hours of operation. Employees must be able to provide the proof of completion of food handler training upon request to the Public Health Officer. Submit the Food hygiene training certificate to the Public Health Officer.
    • 29(1) An operator of a food establishment must have a maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program in place to control the risk of contamination of food, equipment, utensils and other facilities in the food establishment.
      • In accordance with Section 4.2.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must demonstrate that a written sanitation program is in place, which: a. Outlines the parameters to be controlled in the food premises to ensure safety of the food product. b. Includes sanitation procedures for equipment, utensils or refrigeration units that impact on food safety, which must specify: i. areas, items of equipment, and utensils to be cleaned; ii. the designated food handler(s) responsible for the cleaning and sanitizing; iii. the chemicals and/or cleaning products (including concentrations) and process to be used; iv. the procedures used; v. the frequency of cleaning and sanitizing; and vi. inspection and monitoring records. c. Documents that the sanitation program is monitored and its effectiveness verified. d. Reflects the level of risk of the food products as determined by the management plan required in Section 3.0 of this Code.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. High touch surfaces around light switches observed with debris build-up and require cleaning.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • Increase the frequency of pest control services to every week until the rodent issue is under control. Submit the reports to the Public Health Officer after each visit.
    • 33(1) An operator must ensure that the temperature of food is controlled so that the food does not deteriorate or become inedible or unsafe.
      • In accordance with Section 3.3.3 of the Nova Scotia Food Services and Food Retail Code, you must store potentially hazardous foods at a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or less A stack of several cartons of raw eggs were observed seating at room temperature by flat grill. Eggs seating out since 8am as per kitchen staff. Eggs were relocated to working cooler on site.
    • 33(2) The operator must ensure that all refrigeration and heat-holding equipment has a temperature measuring device that is accurate and in good repair.
      • Obtain a probe thermometer with the ability to measure hot and cold temperatures.
    • 37(1) If directed by an inspector, a food establishment must maintain records that demonstrate the quality assurance system used to ensure food safety in the processing or preparation of a food.
      • In accordance with Section 3.1.4 of the Nova Scotia Food Services and Food Retail Code, you must maintain records that demonstrate your Quality Assurance (Management) System, including the following: Maintain temperature log for all cold and hot holding units.
    • 16(1) An operator must comply with all reasonable directions given by an inspector under the Act and these regulations.
      • Comply with identified violations. Refer to this, as well as previous inspection reports for details.
    • 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;
      • In accordance with Section 2.9 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure storage areas are constructed of materials which are durable and easily cleaned.
  6. Inspection

    9 infractions

    • 29(1) An operator of a food establishment must have a maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program in place to control the risk of contamination of food, equipment, utensils and other facilities in the food establishment.
      • In accordance with Section 4.2.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must demonstrate that a written sanitation program is in place, which: a. Outlines the parameters to be controlled in the food premises to ensure safety of the food product. b. Includes sanitation procedures for equipment, utensils or refrigeration units that impact on food safety, which must specify: i. areas, items of equipment, and utensils to be cleaned; ii. the designated food handler(s) responsible for the cleaning and sanitizing; iii. the chemicals and/or cleaning products (including concentrations) and process to be used; iv. the procedures used; v. the frequency of cleaning and sanitizing; and vi. inspection and monitoring records. c. Documents that the sanitation program is monitored and its effectiveness verified. d. Reflects the level of risk of the food products as determined by the management plan required in Section 3.0 of this Code.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • Increase the frequency of pest control services to every week until the rodent issue is under control. Submit the reports to the Public Health Officer after each visit.
    • 33(2) The operator must ensure that all refrigeration and heat-holding equipment has a temperature measuring device that is accurate and in good repair.
      • Obtain a probe thermometer with the ability to measure hot and cold temperatures.
    • 37(1) If directed by an inspector, a food establishment must maintain records that demonstrate the quality assurance system used to ensure food safety in the processing or preparation of a food.
      • In accordance with Section 3.1.4 of the Nova Scotia Food Services and Food Retail Code, you must maintain records that demonstrate your Quality Assurance (Management) System, including the following: Maintain temperature log for all cold and hot holding units.
    • 9(a) An operator must renew a permit, other than a temporary permit, on or before the expiry date by submitting a completed renewal application to the Minister on a form approved by the Administrator together with all of the following: (a) the applicable fee prescribed in Section 5;
      • Renew the food establishment permit within 2 business days.
    • 94 No person shall hinder or obstruct an administrator or an inspector in the performance of that person's duties, provide an administrator or an inspector with false information or refuse to provide an administrator or an inspector with information required for the purpose of this Part and the regulations.
      • No person shall hinder or obstruct a Public Health Officer in the performance of their duties. Staff member refused to provide information upon request.
    • 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;
      • In accordance with Section 2.9 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure storage areas are constructed of materials which are durable and easily cleaned.
    • 23(2)(b) Equipment used to cook, heat-treat, cool, store, display or freeze food must be designed to (b) control temperature, humidity, air flow and any other condition that is likely to have a detrimental effect on food safety.
      • Pepsi cooler in the dining the area measured a temperature of 16 degrees Celsius. Discontinue using it until it is repaired. Repair the fridge to maintain a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or below.
    • 28(2) If an operator is absent from a food establishment, the operator must ensure that a member of the personnel who has successfully completed a food hygiene training program is present.
      • No certified food handler present on site during the time of inspection. Ensure at least one certified food handler is present all hours of operation. Employees must be able to provide the proof of completion of food handler training upon request to the Public Health Officer. Submit the Food hygiene training certificate to the Public Health Officer.
  7. Inspection

    14 infractions

    • 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;
      • In accordance with Section 2.9 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure storage areas are constructed of materials which are durable and easily cleaned.
    • 19(1)(c) A food establishment must be located, designed, constructed and maintained to ensure all of the following:  (c) that the surfaces and materials are durable, non-toxic and are easy to maintain, clean and sanitize;
      • Remove all the cloths and papers from the shelves where utensils and bottles are stored. Remove the cardboard from the lower shelves of the grill.
    • 19(2)(b) A food establishment must provide all of the following in accordance with applicable legislation or as considered acceptable by the Administrator: (b) adequately designed and appropriately located hand-washing facilities;
      • Hand wash station at the kitchen observed blocked with chemical bottles. Hand wash stations must be easily accessible and unimpeded to facilitate proper and frequent hand washing practices. No liquid soap for hand washing at the hand washing station. No paper towel observed at the hand wash station. Hand wash stations must be equipped with liquid soap and paper towel on proper dispensers. Hand wash station at the public washroom had paper towel stored outside. Paper towels must stored inside proper dispensers to avoid contamination.
    • 23(2)(b) Equipment used to cook, heat-treat, cool, store, display or freeze food must be designed to (b) control temperature, humidity, air flow and any other condition that is likely to have a detrimental effect on food safety.
      • Pepsi cooler in the dining the area measured a temperature of 16 degrees Celsius. Discontinue using it until it is repaired. Discard all the potentially hazardous food items stored in this cooler. Repair the fridge to maintain a temperature of 4 degrees Celsius or below.
    • 28(2) If an operator is absent from a food establishment, the operator must ensure that a member of the personnel who has successfully completed a food hygiene training program is present.
      • No certified food handler present on site during the time of inspection. Ensure at least one certified food handler is present all hours of operation. Employees must be able to provide the proof of completion of food handler training upon request to the Public Health Officer. Submit the Food hygiene training certificate to the Public Health Officer.
    • 29(3) A food establishment must provide facilities and equipment to implement the maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program and must identify in their program the cleaning and sanitizing agents used in the food establishment, including their concentration and uses.
      • In accordance with Section 4.2.1(b) of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must identify all cleaning and sanitizing agents used in the Food Establishment and their concentrations. Employee was not aware about how to sanitize the dishes.
    • 29(1) An operator of a food establishment must have a maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program in place to control the risk of contamination of food, equipment, utensils and other facilities in the food establishment.
      • In accordance with Section 4.2.1 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must demonstrate that a written sanitation program is in place, which: a. Outlines the parameters to be controlled in the food premises to ensure safety of the food product. b. Includes sanitation procedures for equipment, utensils or refrigeration units that impact on food safety, which must specify: i. areas, items of equipment, and utensils to be cleaned; ii. the designated food handler(s) responsible for the cleaning and sanitizing; iii. the chemicals and/or cleaning products (including concentrations) and process to be used; iv. the procedures used; v. the frequency of cleaning and sanitizing; and vi. inspection and monitoring records. c. Documents that the sanitation program is monitored and its effectiveness verified. d. Reflects the level of risk of the food products as determined by the management plan required in Section 3.0 of this Code.
    • 29(2)(a) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (a) the food establishment and equipment are maintained, cleaned and sanitized;
      • In accordance with Section 4.2.2 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be cleaned at a frequency that will prevent the accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris. All the food contact surfaces, and non-food contact surfaces (walls & floor) observed to be covered in food debris, grease and lacked proper cleaning. French fry cutter observed to food debris built up. All equipment had grease and food debris built up. Exhaust system had grease built and oil was dripping. Clean and sanitize all the affected areas.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • In accordance with Section 4.3.4 of the NS Food Retail and Food Services Code, you must ensure: d. Eradication of uncontrolled pests is carried out by a certified pest control operator utilizing approved chemicals and methods. Schedule immediate visit from the pest control services and provide the pest control report to the Public Health Officer.
    • 29(2)(b) A maintenance, cleaning and sanitation program must include procedures to ensure that all of the following are done: (b) insects, rodents and other pests are controlled;
      • Rodent droppings observed in the following areas: (on food contact surfaces such as equipment Shelves/racks with food containers, dishes, utensils , food preparation area on the grill, on the shelves below the grill, area between two equipment ), on the floor in the kitchen, at floor/wall junctions throughout the facility), on the non- food contact surfaces such as floor/ wall junctions, on the floor, under the equipment , on the floor under the dishwashing area and the oven. Clean and sanitize all the areas affected by rodent droppings.
    • 37(1) If directed by an inspector, a food establishment must maintain records that demonstrate the quality assurance system used to ensure food safety in the processing or preparation of a food.
      • In accordance with Section 3.1.4 of the Nova Scotia Food Services and Food Retail Code, you must maintain records that demonstrate your Quality Assurance (Management) System, including the following: Maintain temperature log for all cold and hot holding units.
    • 8(2) A permit must be posted in a conspicuous location in the food establishment.
      • Permit must be posted in a conspicuous location in the food establishment.
    • 9(a) An operator must renew a permit, other than a temporary permit, on or before the expiry date by submitting a completed renewal application to the Minister on a form approved by the Administrator together with all of the following: (a) the applicable fee prescribed in Section 5;
      • Renew the food establishment permit within 2 business days.
    • 94 No person shall hinder or obstruct an administrator or an inspector in the performance of that person's duties, provide an administrator or an inspector with false information or refuse to provide an administrator or an inspector with information required for the purpose of this Part and the regulations.
      • No person shall hinder or obstruct a Public Health Officer in the performance of their duties. Staff member refused to provide information upon request.