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Pleasant Valley Market

210 Main St, Sussex NB E4E 1P9 · Food Premises

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Inspection summary

Pleasant Valley Market has been inspected 12 times by New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch) since January 12, 2024. The most recent inspection, on October 6, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

2 of 12 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 5 inspections with 14 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Cleaning and sanitizing and Chemicals and toxic substances.

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.

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded 15 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on September 15, 2026. For example: Frozen Storage

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 11 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on October 6, 2026. For example: Food Contact Surfaces

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, sanitizers and pesticides must be labelled and stored away from food and food-contact surfaces. Inspectors flag chemicals that could end up in food, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on March 9, 2026. For example: Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 28, 2024. For example: Hand Washing Station(s)

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded once on July 2, 2024. For example: Acceptable Containers and Labeling

About this data

These results come from New Brunswick Department of Health (Health Protection Branch), 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.

12 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
  2. Routine Inspection

    5 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Re-heating Methods
      • Potentially hazardous foods that have been cooked and then cooled to 4°C (40°F) shall be reheated within 2 hours to at least 74°C (165°F) for 15 seconds.
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Mechanical Dishwashing
      • If a chemical feed dishwasher is used, a suitable (food grade) sanitizer shall be available and at the recommended concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
  3. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer solution shall be used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions on the label (recommended strength and contact time).
    • Washroom(s)
      • A hand washing station must be available with hot and cold running potable water.
  5. Routine Inspection

    6 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Refrigeration units must be able to maintain foods at 4°C (40°F) or less.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Holding Methods
      • Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at 4°C (40°F) or less or at 60°C (140°F) or above until served.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Ceilings (Constructions and Maintenance)
      • Ceilings shall be of sound construction and in good repair.
  6. Routine Inspection

    7 infractions

    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • Dry Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (stored in impervious containers once opened, scoops kept out of bins, not directly on floor).
    • Storage of Food for Staff
      • Food for the personal use of management staff and employees shall be kept separate and apart from all other food on the premises.
    • Holding Methods
      • Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at 4°C (40°F) or less or at 60°C (140°F) or above until served.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer solution shall be used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions on the label (recommended strength and contact time).
  7. Routine Inspection

    6 infractions

    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Temperatures shall be recorded at least 2 times daily at acceptable intervals during operation and logs shall be easily accessible for review by inspectors.
    • Re-heating Methods
      • Potentially hazardous foods that have been cooked and then cooled to 4°C (40°F) shall be reheated within 2 hours to at least 74°C (165°F) for 15 seconds.
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be maintained such that they function in the manner intended and can be easily cleaned and sanitized (e.g. scratched and scored cutting boards/utensils).
    • Manual Dishwashing
      • Testing strips shall be available to verify sanitizer concentration.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer solution shall be used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions on the label (recommended strength and contact time).
  8. Routine Inspection

    4 infractions

    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • Holding Methods
      • Potentially hazardous foods shall be held at 4°C (40°F) or less or at 60°C (140°F) or above until served.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Hand washing stations shall be easily accessible and kept clear at all times.
  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
  10. Routine Inspection

    10 infractions

    • Acceptable Containers and Labeling
      • When a food item is opened, portioned and repackaged, the portioned packages shall be labelled with the “packaged on date” using the date in which the large portion food item was opened.
    • Frozen Storage
      • Freezers shall be kept in good repair, defrosted regularly, and kept clean.
    • Frozen Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Storage of Food for Staff
      • Food for the personal use of management staff and employees shall be kept separate and apart from all other food on the premises.
    • Thawing Methods
      • Frozen foods shall be thawed under cold running water, in a refrigerator at a temperature of 4°C (40°F) or less, or in a microwave as part of the cooking process.
    • Demonstrating Knowledge
      • Staff shall be knowledgeable about the food handling procedures used by the licensee for potentially hazardous food.
    • Food Contact Surfaces
      • Food contact surfaces, equipment and utensils shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Cleaning and Sanitizing
      • Wiping cloths used for wiping food spills on food contact surfaces shall not be used for other purposes such as wiping raw foods and shall be routinely cleaned and when not in use kept in separate sanitizing solution which is maintained at an appropriate concentration.
    • Washroom(s)
      • Paper towel dispensers shall be available.
    • Rodent and Insect Control
      • Any insect control devices shall be installed as to prevent contamination of foods.
  11. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Routine Inspection

    12 infractions

    • Storage of Potentially Hazardous Foods
      • All potentially hazardous foods shall be stored at or below 4°C (40°F) or at or above 60°C (140°F).
    • Refrigerated Storage (Temperature)
      • Refrigeration units must be able to maintain foods at 4°C (40°F) or less.
    • Refrigerated Storage (Methods)
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (e.g. no raw above cooked, not directly on floor).
    • Dry Storage
      • Foods shall be stored in a manner to prevent cross contamination (stored in impervious containers once opened, scoops kept out of bins, not directly on floor).
    • Holding Methods
      • Hot holding temperatures shall be checked regularly and recorded once during every 4 hours of operation (once food is placed in unit) and logs shall be available for inspector review.
    • Re-heating Methods
      • The appropriate equipment must be used for the re-heating of food.
    • Food Equipment (Design, Construction, Installation and Maintenance)
      • Non-food contact equipment shall be constructed from materials that are suitable for their intended purpose and are durable, easily cleaned and free from any undesirable substance.
    • Eating Utensils and Dishes
      • Utensils and dishes shall be stored in a manner so as to be kept clean and sanitary.
    • Detergents and Chemical Use and Storage
      • Sanitizer solution shall be used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions on the label (recommended strength and contact time).
    • Washroom(s)
      • A hand washing station must be available with hot and cold running potable water.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • Hand washing stations shall not be used for any other purpose.
    • Hand Washing Station(s)
      • There must be hot and cold running potable water at all hand washing stations. Exceptions may occur at Public Markets and Temporary Events as per Guidelines.

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