Canadian Restaurant Violations

What should you check at the entrance of a restaurant to gauge its cleanliness?

• The type of music being played

• The color of the restaurant's walls

• The brand of the door

• If the menus are clean

What indicates that a restaurant is serious about preventing cross-contamination?

• Free Wi-Fi

• Individually wrapped mints with a spoon

• Discount coupons

• A large entrance

What is a sign of bad bartender behavior that can spread germs?

• Not washing hands between handling money and food items

• Listening to loud music

• Wearing a hat

• Using a smartphone

What should you look for in the washrooms to assess the restaurant's cleanliness?

• Decorative towels

• Hot water, soap, and paper towels

• Background music

• Scented candles

What does an open kitchen allow customers to do?

• Participate in cooking classes

• Cook their own meals

• Choose their own ingredients

• Observe the cleanliness and handling of ingredients

How can you tell if employees are washing their hands properly?

• They only use sanitizer

• They spend about 15 to 20 seconds at the sink

• They use cold water

• They dry their hands on their apron

What does dried-on food or lipstick marks on cutlery indicate?

• A breakdown in a key cleaning system

• The restaurant is conserving water

• A unique restaurant style

• The cutlery is antique

What should not be stored in beverage ice to prevent cross-contamination?

• The ice scoop

• Ice cubes

• Straws

• Napkins

What is a critical aspect to check in the restaurant's washroom that might reflect the kitchen's condition?

• The brand of hand soap

• The type of hand dryer

• The color scheme

• If it smells like sewage

What does the presence of hot water, soap, and paper towels in a washroom indicate?

• Proper hygiene practices are followed

• The washroom is spacious

• The washroom is newly renovated

• The restaurant focuses on luxury