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The Pastry Box

5 - 200 Golden Dr, Coquitlam · Other

8 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): One hand wash station in the older side of the main production area lacked paper towel but was restocked during inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all hand wash stations are stocked at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Epoxy flooring in older side of production area has several significant areas that are chipping up. This has been identified in previous inspections and the size of the areas that are chipping up have significantly worsened since precious inspections.
      • Corrective Action(s): Staff stated that repairing this is being discussed at the management level however no time line has been provided.
      • Have these areas repaired or flooring replaced to prevent accumulation of food debris and/or harborage of pests.
      • Due: 3 months.
      • Violation Score: 9
  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand wash station in the dish washing area lacked paper towel.
      • Corrective Action(s): Replace paper towel and ensure this stays stocked at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 101 - Plans/construction/alterations not in accordance with the Regulation [s. 3; s. 4]
      • Observation: Expansion and renovation into neighboring unit has mostly been completed, however no plans have been received by Fraser Health for changes to premise, as required in last inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Submit copy of updated floor plan for premise including any changes to the current unit. At this point in time the floor plan has not been approved. Due: Today
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
      • Observation: Pull cord for the large walk in freezer both inside and outside of unit are not made of durable or easily cleanable materials.
      • Corrective Action(s): Replace cord/handle where staff touch with a durable, easily cleanable material. Due: 1 week.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: 1) Bottom of wall in dishwashing area has a large hole in it (likely from equipment hitting wall hard) and water has been entering this area.
      • 2) Flooring in main/older production area are still very worn with several patches of epoxy floor missing. Staff stated that once renovations into neighboring unit are complete then equipment can be moved to allow easier access to redo floor.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Seal up wall with a durable material such as metal flashing to prevent water damage and keep walls in better condition.
      • Due: 2 weeks.
      • 2) Floors in main/older production area are to be redone with a durable, easily cleanable material to allow for easy cleaning and prevent build-up of food debris.
      • Violation Score: 9
  4. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Significant number of rodent droppings (some that were blue in colour indicating presence of a rodenticide) found in storage room of extra equipment or equipment no longer in use. Droppings also noted around flour storage area (though less than in previous inspection). New pest control company in place since previous inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean up all droppings by Monday Oct 24, 2022.
      • Remove all equipment that is no longer needed for operation within 2 weeks.
      • Also send the most recent pest control report to the under signed EHO.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: 1) Leak under cake area sink with bucket in place to catch water
      • 2) Several small to medium sized patches on floor in main production are where epoxy flooring has lifted up and broken off exposing concrete
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Repair plumbing under sink within 1 week.
      • 2) Replace/repair flooring in areas where concrete is exposed.
      • Violation Score: 9
  5. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Significant number of droppings around the dry storage/receiving area under/behind flour and other dry bagged goods on floor and up on shelf ~6' up off floor. Hole observed in one bag of flour that appears to have been caused by a mouse chewing through. A second bag of a chocolate mix was broken and has spilled onto the floor. Cleaning in area currently on a weekly rotation. Pest control company still coming in weekly and have captured 4-8 mice per week, mostly in dry storage area. Shelving required in previous inspection has been purchased however has not been installed due to the failure of labor companies to show up at booked times to do job.
      • Corrective Action(s): If current contracting company is not showing up to install lower shelving, find an alternate company that is able to come in a timely manner. Ensure this shelving is installed within 1 week.
      • Once shelving is installed, ensure that area under shelves in the dry storage area is cleaned *daily* and product inspected for any damage by pests. Continue to discard any product that is damaged by pests and follow all of the recommendations made by the pest control company.
      • Violation Score: 15
  6. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Fresh mouse droppings found throughout the receiving bay door/storage area and some noted in baking equipment storage room at opposite end of unit. All pallets in receiving area are on floor making it difficult to clean and monitor for pest activity. Also observed items such as wood frame with screen stored between back of shelving unit and wall which allow for pest harborage. Abell pest control in once per week currently.
      • Corrective Action(s): Install a shelf at least 6" (higher if possible) in receiving area in all shelving units to allow for easier access for cleaning and monitoring of pest activity. Clean out area behind shelving unit with screen and any other items not regularly used to allow for easy cleaning and monitoring. Due: 1 week.
      • Violation Score: 15
  7. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Handwash sink on production floor has a broken paper towel dispenser.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure all handwash sinks contain hot water, liquid soap, and paper towel. Provide a roll of paper towel nearby until paper towel dispenser is fixed. Date to be corrected: immediately
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Mouse droppings noted in the following areas:
      • 1) Water boiler on upper level
      • 2) Corner of freezer door underneath the shelves
      • 3) Wooden ramp by loading docks.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean and sanitize all areas affected by mouse droppings. Quat or bleach is acceptable. Follow pest control provider's recommendations on resolving pest issue. Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation: Mechanical dishwasher measured 61C at the plate level. Temperature gauge went up to 160F at time of inspection. Sanitation plan requires the temperature to be higher than 180F. Proper sanitizing cannot be achieved unless 71C is reached at the plate level or a proper chemical concentration is applied. Dishwasher records cannot be provided upon request. Dishwasher should be checked and records be maintained to ensure it is functioning properly.
      • Corrective Action(s): Fix and repair dishwasher to work as intended. 71C at the plate level must be achieved or adjust machine so proper chemical sanitizer be applied such as 100ppm chlorine or 200ppm quats. Temperature can be checked with thermolabels. Until dishwasher is functioning correctly, all equipment that runs through the mechanical dishwasher must undergo a manual sanitizing step by the 3 compartment sink with 200ppm quats. Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation: Trailer docked onto second loading bay was not previously given health approval. Unsealed wooden materials were found to be part of the construction such as the ramp. Always ensure health office is contacted if there are changes or alterations to the food premises. Unsealed wood is not a easily cleanable surface.
      • Corrective Action(s): Submit updated floor plans to health office or provide proof of written approval for having the trailer docked infront the loading bay to be used as box storage. Date to be corrected: today
      • Violation Score: 1
  8. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
      • Staff have cloth towels on their waists that they use to wipe soiled hands on. Cloth towels will allow bacteria to grow on it, so staff are transferring more bacteria on food after using their towels.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Immediately retrain staff on the proper use of cloth towels. Towels must be changed every 2 hours, or constantly submerged in sanitizer when not in use (sanitizer must be changed every 2 hours). During the inspection, the Manager informed staff that they must change the towels every 2 hours. A formal time monitoring process will be developed.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 212 - Operator has not provided acceptable written food handling procedures [s. 23]
      • Observation:
      • Buckets of different types of fillings and icings (made on site), in the walk-in-cooler, had production dates almost a year ago (Feb. 2017). There is no set "use by" dates for the products.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Develop a system which staff know the "use by" dates for all the different products, or adjust the existing labeling system to include a "use by" date.
      • **Correction date: Mar. 1/18**
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
      • Observation:
      • 1) The high temperature dishwasher rinse cycle was below 71C at the plate's surface (below 83C at the manifold). The wash cycle temperature was below 50C; the temperature gauges were broken; and the door handle was broken (door sometimes opened during operation). The dishwasher is not in working order and not sanitizing dishes.
      • 2) The plastic lids on the dry storage bins in the mixing area are cracked. Pieces could fall into foods.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • 1) Immediately call a person to repair and maintenance the dishwasher. The dishwasher shall be operating as per manufacturer's specifications. Immediately inform staff that all items exiting the dishwasher must be sanitized by soaking in Quats sanitizer for 2 minutes, or spray with Quats sanitizer and allow to air dry so the sanitizer evaporates prior to use.
      • **Correction date: Immediately**
      • 2) Replace all cracked or damaged lids, utensils, and equipment.
      • **Correction date: Feb. 28/18**
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
      • Observation:
      • The floor of the facility is worn in places and the paint has worn away. The floor is no longer durable, sealed, impervious to water, and harder to clean.
      • Corrective Action(s):
      • Resurface/reseal the floor so that it is smooth, level, sealed, non-slip, cleanable, impervious to water, and cleanable.
      • **Correction date: Feb.1/19**
      • Violation Score: 1