Spices Everest Horizon Dining
445 - 200 Southridge Drive Okotoks AB T1S 0B2 · Food - General
9 inspections
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
1 infraction
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Cleaning required in the following areas: 1) Flour was observed to be accumulating by the large mixer located by the cookline. 2) Ventilation canopy exhaust grills was observed to have a build up of grease.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Monitoring Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
5 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Food in the walk-in cooler was observed being stored in its original can after opening. Instructions of the can specify that it is to be repackaged after opening. Food was repackaged during inspection.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Onions were observed being stored directly on the floor.Ensure that produce and other foods are stored off the floor. Consider the use of containers for storage if shelving is insufficient.
- 10. Are food temperatures during storage and processing being controlled to maximize food safety?
- The probe thermometer available onsite was found to be inaccurate by a factor of -10C.An alternate digital thermometer was provided. Ensure that this thermometer is kept onsite and is calibrated as needed.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- Scooping utensils were observed being improperly stored inside of food containers of flour and cooked rice. Ensure scoops are kept out of food to reduce the potential for cross-contamination.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- The following areas were noted as requiring more frequent cleaning:- The shelving in the walk-in cooler- The shelving in the clean utensil storage area opposite the dishwasher- The food preparation and storage area in between the tandoor and freezer
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- 1) A cardboard box was being reused as a container to hold bottles of ingredients. This is unsuitable as this container cannot be easily washed and sanitized. Box was replaced with a cleanable container during inspection. 2) Potatoes were being stored very close to the floor in a milk crate. Potatoes were moved to a shelf during inspection.
- 11. Are there adequate and properly operating dish washing facilities to effectively clean and sanitize equipment and utensils (unless noted elsewhere)(Critical)?
- The mechanical dishwasher was initially measured at 10ppm chlorine and 48.1C. The sanitizer being used appeared to be oxidized. Sanitizer was replaced during inspection and a concentration of 100ppm chlorine was verified. Ensure that dishwasher sanitizer is being tested on a more routine basis. Recommend covering sanitizer containers in use to reduce oxidation of chlorine.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Additional cleaning is needed in the following areas:-Behind the kitchen line-In and around the dough mixer-Under the compartment sinks and dishwasher
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Risk Management Inspection
0 infractions
- Monitoring Inspection
4 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 kitchen hand wash sink did not have liquid hand soap available upon initial inspection. Liquid soap from a container was provided during inspection. Staff indicated that hand washing supplies (soap and paper towels) were maintained by a third-party company. Ensure that back-up of these supplies is available for use at handwash sinks that run out of supplies.
- 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 shelf directly above the metal prep table was found to have raw wood sides, which are absorbent and difficult to properly clean.Cover or finish indicated surfaces to render a non-absorbent smooth surface.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The rice paddle stored beside the rice cooker had a damaged side, making cleaning difficult and presenting a contamination risk from frayed plastic.Replace indicated utensil.
- 23. Is the facility maintained in a clean and sanitary condition?
- Additional cleaning is needed in the following areas:-Behind cooking appliances in the kitchen-The lids of bulk food containers
- 13. Are properly operating hand washing sink(s) accessible to food handlers, located in suitable areas, and stocked with appropriate hand washing supplies?
- Risk Management Inspection
3 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Some of the bulk food bins were observed to have bowls stored inside food. Utensils without handles stored inside food presents a cross contamination risk.Remove utensils from food containers, or replace with scoops that have handles.
- 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 shelf directly above the metal prep table was found to have raw wood sides, which are absorbent and difficult to properly clean.Cover or finish indicated surfaces to render a non-absorbent smooth surface.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The rice paddle stored beside the rice cooker had a damaged side, making cleaning difficult and presenting a contamination risk from frayed plastic.Replace indicated utensil.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Monitoring Inspection
4 infractions
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?
- Some of the bulk food bins were observed to have bowls stored inside food. Utensils without handles stored inside food presents a cross contamination risk.Remove utensils from food containers, or replace with scoops that have handles.
- 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?
- Written pest control records were not available for review at the time of inspection. Please provide a written pest management plan which includes the location and type of monitoring traps used and how often they are inspected.
- 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 shelf directly above the metal prep table was found to have raw wood sides, which are absorbent and difficult to properly clean.Cover or finish indicated surfaces to render a non-absorbent smooth surface.
- 22. Are utensils and equipment maintained in a condition and a manner that ensures the safe handling of food?
- The rice paddle stored beside the rice cooker had a damaged side, making cleaning difficult and presenting a contamination risk from frayed plastic.Replace indicated utensil.
- 08. Do food handlers ensure that food is protected from contamination (unless noted elsewhere)(Non-Critical)?