Italian Super Market

No sanitizer available during the inspection. , , Sanitizer must be available at all times when handing food to ensure food contact surfaces are adequately cleaned and sanitized. , , Ensure a sanitizer solution is readily available before handling food.

There were raw eggs stored at room temperature and measured 23C. , , Raw eggs must be stored at a minimum temperature of 7C or below to prevent the growth of bacteria. , , The operator discarded the eggs during the inspection.

There were overfilled inserts of meat and cut vegetables stored in the top portion of the sandwich cooler., , Refrain from overfilling the inserts as the temperature cannot be maintained for the food on the surface, thus, promoting the growth bacteria. Fill 3/4 of the way for optimal temperature circulation.

The display cooler used to store cheese products measured 10C. , , Coolers must maintain a temperature of 4C to prevent the growth of bacteria. , , Repair/replace the cooler and refrain from storing high-risk foods inside. , , The operator removed the cheese from the cooler during the time of the inspection and placed it in the walk-in cooler during the inspection.

****Repeated violation - noted on September 11, 2025***, , The foods stored in the hot holding display unit had temperatures measured between 51C-54C., , Ensure that food stored in the hot holding unit are maintained at 60C and above at all times. Obtain covers for the inserts to facilitate proper insulation.

Improper dishwashing observed in the two-compartment and three-compartment sink. , , In a two-compartment sink, equipment and utensils must be washed and rinsed in the first compartment then sanitized in the second compartment for at least 2 minutes. , , In a three-compartment sink, equipment and utensils must be washed in the first compartment, rinsed in the second compartment, and sanitized in the third compartment for at least 2 minutes.

The outside of the dry ingredient bulk containers was soiled with leftover food debris. , , Ensure bulk ingredient containers are regularly cleaned to remove buildup.

1. There are several flies observed throughout the facility. , , The facility must be free from pests to protect food from contamination. , , Consult with a professional pest control company to address the issues with the flies. In the meantime, conduct thorough and regular cleaning, cover food when not in use and cover or dispose waste receptacles to prevent the attraction of flies., , 2. There were mouse droppings in the basement area. Reviewed the most recent pest control record from August and there was no activity of pest reported. , , Remove the mouse dropping and properly clean and sanitize the affected area.

The weatherstripping for the back exit door is in disrepair. A large gap is visible from the bottom and middle of the door. , , Install weatherstripping and ensure no gap is visible between the door and the floor to prevent the entry of pests.

Floor tiles were missing underneath the two-compartment sink. The operator stated a contractor has been scheduled to install the floor tiles. , , Ensure floor tiles are installed for proper cleaning.

The bathroom door was propped open directly into a food handling area. , , Bathrooms that open directly to a food handling area must have self-closing doors and should be closed at all times. , , The operator closed the door during the inspection. The door does have a self-closing mechanism.

There is dust accumulating in the ventilation canopy., , Food equipment must be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner to protect food from contamination. , , Please clean.

There is an accumulation of dust, debris and moisture underneath the display coolers in the deli area. There was a pan of liquid accumulating. , , Ensure hard to reach areas are regularly cleaned. remove the pan of liquid as this may potentially be a breeding ground for fruit flies.

The foods stored in the hot holding display unit had temperatures measured between 51C-54C., , Ensure that food stored in the hot holding unit are maintained at 60C and above at all times. Obtain covers for the inserts to facilitate proper insulation.

The hand sink in the washroom had bar soap., , Obtain soap supplied in a dispneser.

There was a significant amount of fruit flies observed around the 2-compartment sink in the deli area., , Increase pest control measures in this area.

The floors of the deli walk-in cooler had an accumulation of food debris., , Thoroughly clean the floors of the deli walk-in cooler.