NHC Grande Cache Food Store - Food
3100 Pine Plaza Grande Cache AB T0E 0Y0 · Food - General
Inspection summary
NHC Grande Cache Food Store - Food has been inspected 14 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since November 2, 2023. The most recent inspection, on July 6, 2026, found no infractions.
5 of 14 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 5 inspections with 4 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests.
The last 2 inspections in a row found no infractions. The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.
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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 10, 2023. 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?
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 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on January 29, 2026. For example:
Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
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 3 separate inspections, most recently on January 29, 2026. For example:
Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on January 29, 2026. For example:
Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
Other findingsLower risk
Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.
Recorded 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on March 10, 2026. For example:
Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (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.
14 inspections
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Observed bird feces on the floor outside the building at the main entrance and on the entrance glass door.- Please clean and take measures to deter birds.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Observed carboard boxes of food items stored on the floor in the bakery walk-in freezer. - Please ensure food items are stored at least 16 inches above the floor on shelves, racks, or pallets.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The mechanical dishwasher is not in operation; water is not getting to the unit. As per the manger, it stopped operating on Jan 28, and a work order was submitted to the maintenance. - Dishes are washed manually in 3-compartment sinks (deli, bakery, meat, and produce departments each have a 3-compartment dishwashing sinks).
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The hand sink basin at the produce department is not maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Please clean and sanitize.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The hand sink in the front deli area is currently non-operational due to a faulty sensor.- Staff are using the hand sink located in the back deli area to wash their hands. - The manager advised that a work order has been submitted to maintenance to repair the sink.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The server area hand sink was obstructed with items such as carboard boxes and sanitizer bucket.Pleas ensure hand sinks are easily accessible and are not obstructed.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The hand sink was not supplied with paper towels in the food preparation area. Corrected at the time of inspection.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Observed a damaged white bucket being used to store bread cubes in the bakery section.Please replace the bucket that is in disrepair.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Demand Inspection
1 infraction
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Please repair the roof to ensure safe food operation.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
2 infractions
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Observed the inside of the ice machine was not maintained in a sanitary manner. Please clean and sanitize.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Observed the ice scope stored in the ice machine where the handle was in contact with the ice, contaminating the ice. Corrected at the time of inspection.Please store the ice scope in a sanitary manner.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Risk Management Inspection
2 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?
- Observed a hole in the back delivery area that can allow for the entry of pests including mice. * Please seal the hole to prevent entry of pests.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Noted that the food preparation area next to the washrooms was not ventilated. * Managers advised they have made an order request to have a ventilation system installed.
- 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?
- 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?
- Observed a hole in the back delivery area that can allow for the entry of pests including mice. * Please seal the hole to prevent entry of pests.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Noted that the food preparation area next to the washrooms was not ventilated. * Managers advised they have made an order request to have a ventilation system installed.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The women's washroom was not to be out of order. Manager advised work order has been submitted to the plumber.
- 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?