The So Good restaurant in Prince George was given a high hazard rating after an inspection on Sept. 29, Northern Health says on its public health protection program webpage.
The inspection found two critical violations.
First, a bowl of cooked shrimp and other pre-prepared food items stored in display cooler were measured at approximately 10 C and the thermometer inside of this cooler was noted as not accurately reading the temperature.
The restaurant was ordered to replace the thermometer inside of the cooler with a working thermometer and "ensure that the cooler is maintaining 4 C or less at all times or ensure that only non-hazardous food items are stored in the noted cooler."
The second critical violation regarded equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized after the inspection found rag wiping cloths were stored directly on countertops/cutting boards when not in use.
Wiping cloths can harbor bacteria and support bacterial growth of organisms that can contribute to foodborne illness and cross-contamination when not stored in proper conditions. The restaurant was ordered to store wiping cloths in bleach sanitizer solution when not in use.
Two other, less critical violations were reported during the inspection.
“A dead mouse was found in a trap, along with large accumulation of mouse droppings observed under/beside dry storage food shelving near laundry area,” the report said.
The restaurant was ordered to clean and sanitize the area, removing any mouse droppings and mice, and monitor the area for further activity on a daily basis and ensure that back doorways are kept closed whenever possible to limit pest entry.
General sanitation also needs improvement, the inspection found. “
“Walls along dish ware (pots, pans) storage areas observed to have build up of dust,” the report said. “Can opener near laundry area has large accumulation of food debris and filth.”
The restaurant was ordered to perform a thorough cleaning of the premises, including the indicated areas.
