Panini's Italian Cucina
330 - 222 Baseline Road Sherwood Park AB T8H 1S8 · Food - General
5 inspections
- Monitoring Inspection
6 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Cleaning cloths were observed on the counter boards. The operator was advised to store them in a sanitizer bucket when not in use.
- 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?
- No records were available to indicate that sanitizer concentration is being checked daily. An AHS food safety checklist was provided to the operator via email.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- Cooked ham was measured at 9.6 °C using a probe thermometer in the pizza cooler, located in the front row. Shredded cheese, stored in the back row, was measured at 5.5 °C. The operator was advised to relocate all high-risk foods to the back of the cooler to ensure proper temperature control and prevent time-temperature abuse.
- 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?
- Pest control documents were not available for review at the time of inspection and were also not provided during follow-up communication via email.
- 18. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this food facility (Non-Critical)?
- Staff were observed consuming beverages in the food‑handling area. Staff are strictly prohibited from consuming food or beverages while working and must use the designated staff area. The operator must ensure all staff receive refresher training on hand hygiene.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Cutting board was observed with deep groves and accumulated food residues, debris which turns the cutting board black. Operator was advised to replace/resurface with new one to ensure proper cleaning and sanitation.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
6 infractions
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Used cleaning cloths were found in various areas of the facility. Ensure that cleaning cloths are stored in containers of sanitizer when they are not in use.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- An employee's phone was being stored on top of a food container.Ensure that phones and other personal articles are being stored separately from food for the business.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Bowls were being used as scoops and stored inside bulk food items. Bowl was removed. Use a scoop with a handle and store in a way that protects bulk food from contamination.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- A container of in-house prepared garlic butter was being stored at room temperature and had an internal temperature of 24 degrees Celsius. The garlic butter contained whole garlic. Garlic butter than contains real/fresh/whole garlic must be stored at temperatures less than 4 degrees Celsius, or greater than 60 degrees Celsius at all times.
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- The preparation area hand sink was being blocked by a garbage can.Ensure that hand sinks are accessible at all times. Garbage can was moved at the request of the inspector.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The third prep cooler from the till cutting board is scratched, stained, and rutted and is no longer smooth, non-porous and easy to clean. Replace or repair cutting board so that it is smooth, non-porous, easy to clean.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?
- Cleaning cloths were stored outside of sanitizer solution. The cleaning cloths were immediately put into sanitizer buckets upon request.
- 04. Does the operator use approved methods for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, utensils, and surfaces?