The Canadian Brewhouse - Restaurant

Multiple Cloths (dirty and damp) on counter tops, Sanitizer measured 0ppm Quat , , *Ensure wiping cloths are stored in the sanitizer solution when not in use. Verify concentration of the sanitizer and ensure it is at 200-400ppm Quat.

Raw meat thawing at room temperature. Raw Chicken was in stagnant water, thawing. , *Ensure high risk foods are not thawed at room temperature. Thawing methods: (1) in a cooler at 4C or less (2) fully submerged under cold running water (3) in a microwave and then cooked immediately afterwards (4) cooked from frozen, , Food being prepared (shredded mozzarella pre portioned) but staff was doing other duties do it was left unnecessarily at room temperature for an extended period of time. , *Ensure foods are worked on quickly and if staff are doing other duties, high risk items should be temperature controlled (ie. placed back in the cooler)., , Hot holding measured well below 60C for all items except the un portioned ground beef. The pulled beef measured approximately 42.6C. pre-portioned ground beef in baggies at approximately 42C (this was placed directly in hot holding unit and not reheated to 74C first). Bacon and cooked chicken were approximately 35C., *Ensure high risk foods are reheated to at least 74C first and then hot held to at least 60C.

The bar glasswasher measured approx 0ppm iodine. , , Ensure the concentration is verified. A technician was called during the inspection. Manager said that they would cart dirty glasses to the back of house dishwasher to be washed until the iodine glasswasher could be fixed.

- There was no soap at the kitchen or bathroom hand sinks. The dispensers were broken. Staff were able to prop open the front of the dispenser to soap could be squeezed out of the packaging. , - There was no soap at the bar hand sink., , Ensure there is soap and paper towel always available for hand washing at the hand sinks. Ensure staff are relaying information like broken or missing equipment to management so it can be fixed.

- Small to go container used as scoops in bulk food bins, *Ensure scoops with a handle are used and store scoops in such a way as to prevent contamination of the bulk food (ie. store the scoop in a separate container outside the food bin).

- Mop bucket on pile of clean rags., *Ensure "dirty" items are stored away from "clean" items., , - Scooter stored at the back door next to bulk food bins and clean cloths. , *Keep non-food related items separate and away from food/ food related items.

There are no iodine test strips to check the dishwasher. Manager indicated that this is not checked regularly and is not on the checklist to verify concentration of the bar dishwasher. , , Acquire iodine test strips and ensure staff know how to use the test strips and the concentration is verified at least daily.

Chlorine test strips expired July 2025., , Ensure you have test strips that are not expired.

- Weatherstripping does not create a tight seal at back door, *Ensure there is weatherstripping that creates a tight seal to prevent easy access to pests.

Multiple chipped tiles in the dish pit with completely missing grout or grout is very worn down., , Repair or replace tile, fill in grout and ensure floor is smooth, easily cleanable, and non absorbent.

Iodine glasswasher does not appear to be dispensing iodine sanitizer - measured 0ppm iodine., , Follow manufacturer's instructions for dishwasher. Ensure it is sanitizing at an approved concentration (ie. 12.5ppm iodine).

Cleaning required due to food and/ or dirt buildup: mixer (all parts), metal can opener opposite hand sink, inside dishwasher on the spray nozzles and pipes, exterior of bulk food containers., , The outside back area needs to be cleaned, organized, and items removed to prevent attraction of pests. There is a build-up of multiple boxes of bottles in the back, multiple wooden crates, and the shed which holds some food equipment is disorganized and the door to the shed was open allowing dirt and dried leaves to blow inside of it.

Not checked at this time - Mouse droppings were present in the following areas, but not limited to:, -between stainless steel cooler and wall, -between green shelving and wall, -office, -mechanical room, , ceiling tile missing above the exterior back door

Not checked at this time - The office and the area by the back door is disorganized and there is unused equipment (ie. old pop machine equipment, some other items that belong to staff or other stores) that is being stored here, which it makes it more difficult to clean. The office had multiple items stored on the floor, and receipts were scattered., , Please clean and organize this area. Remove any equipment that the facility is not using.

Outstanding – The hand sink in the bar area was missing soap. Keep the supplies stocked and closer to the hand sink.

Not checked at this time - Mouse droppings were present in the following areas, but not limited to:, -between stainless steel cooler and wall, -between green shelving and wall, -office, -mechanical room, , ceiling tile missing above the exterior back door

The office and the area by the back door is disorganized and there is unused equipment (ie. old pop machine equipment, some other items that belong to staff or other stores) that is being stored here, which it makes it more difficult to clean. The office had multiple items stored on the floor, and receipts were scattered., , Please clean and organize this area. Remove any equipment that the facility is not using.

The hand sink in the bar area was missing soap. Keep the supplies stocked and closer to the hand sink.

Mouse droppings were present in the following areas, but not limited to:, -between stainless steel cooler and wall, -between green shelving and wall, -office, -mechanical room, , ceiling tile missing above the exterior back door

The hand sink in the bar area was missing soap and paper towels nearby. Keep the supplies closer to the hand sink.

Mouse droppings were present in the following areas, but not limited to:, -staff shoe cubby holes, -between stainless steel cooler and wall, -between green shelving and wall, -office, -mechanical room, , ceiling tile missing above the exterior back door

The repairs in the mechanical room were completed. There were less mouse droppings noted in the room. Please continue to monitor and clean as needed. , , The side door (by ATM machine) had a gap at the bottom. Operator indicated that it would need to be readjusted again., , Two areas of the ceiling by the back door were exposed. Please ensure those areas are covered to prevent entry.

Mouse droppings were observed to be removed in majority of the affected areas. Some droppings were present in the mechanical room, the office and the flooring by the green metal shelf. Please continue to clean and monitor the areas. Any unwanted gaps, cracks in the facility is to be properly sealed to prevent entry into the facility. , , The side door (by ATM machine) had a gap at the bottom. Operator indicated that it would need to be readjusted again.

The rubber seals around the walk in freezer and walk in cooler doors was in poor repair. Operator indicated the parts were on order. , , Operator explained the sliding double door cooler (holding sauces) was adjusted; however, they will try to order a replacement cooler in the near future.

Mouse droppings were observed to be removed in majority of the affected areas. Some droppings were present in the mechanical room, the office and the flooring by the green metal shelf. Please continue to clean and monitor the areas. Any unwanted gaps, cracks in the facility is to be properly sealed to prevent entry into the facility. , , The side door (by ATM machine) had a gap at the bottom. Operator indicated that it would need to be readjusted again.

The rubber seals around the walk in freezer and walk in cooler doors was in poor repair. Operator indicated the parts were on order. , , Operator explained the sliding double door cooler (holding sauces) was adjusted; however, they will try to order a replacement cooler in the near future.

Cooler holding the bottles of sauces was at 6C. Operator was asked to relocate all high risk foods to another cooler at 4C. Please ensure all coolers are equipped with thermometers. , , Hot holding was at 60C and higher, , Leftover foods from hot holding unit were discarded , , No cooling of large batches of hot food.

No chlorine test strips were available, QUAT test strips had no legend, Please obtain new chlorine and QUAT test strips. , , Iodine test strips were present.

Mouse droppings were observed in various areas of the facility such as but not limited to , -underneath the microwave by the pizza prep cooler area, -the office and the mechanical/electrical room, -by the storage rack closest to the exterior back door, -by the fountain drink syrup area, -around the ice machine room, -beneath the coffee machine (behind metal door), , Ensure all affected areas are thoroughly cleaned using a disinfectant. Repair any damaged, cracked foundation. Increase frequency of cleaning in the affected areas. Reduce any items that no longer serve a purpose to the facility, , *Note, mouse traps were placed in the walk in cooler, please also focus on investigating that area as well., , Pest control company comes on a monthly basis., , The side door (by ATM machine) had a gap at the bottom. The outside weatherstripping may need to be relocated to ensure it is fully covering the gap. Repair or replace door.

A bike was leaning up against the dry storage rack that had aprons, food packaging, etc. Please relocate the bike to another non-food related area such as the office.

The top view of the meat slicer was clean, however, the surrounding area beneath the blade had buildup of food. Ensure the meat slicer is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized., , The rubber seal around the walk in freezer door was in poor repair. Replace the rubber seal. , , The sliding double door cooler (holding sauces) was not closing properly on one side. The bottom corner had a gap showing and cold air was escaping. Please replace or repair.

Drink syrup observed on floor by the boxes of fountain syrup. Please clean., , Metal square strainer was in poor repair and was discarded during inspection.