Suspension of Food Business Operation of Masakan Shaik Sabri Pte Ltd at 3015 Bedok North Street 5 #05-19, Shimei East Kitchen (SFA)

Suspension of the food business operation of Masakan Shaik Sabri Pte Ltd at 3015 Bedok North Street 5 #05-19, Shimei East Kitchen, Singapore 486350

The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has suspended the food business operation of Masakan Shaik Sabri Pte Ltd located at 3015 Bedok North Street 5 #05-19, Shimei East Kitchen, Singapore 486350 with effect from 4 May 2023 until further notice.

2             On 4 May 2023, during an inspection of the said premises, non-compliances such as severe infestation of live cockroaches were observed. Other food safety lapses such as poor housekeeping and unclean premises were also detected.

3             In the interest of public health, SFA directed the licensee to rectify the lapses and take necessary measures to improve the cleanliness of its premises. The licensee is also required to clean and sanitise the premises, including equipment and utensils.

4             Food safety is a joint responsibility as food can be contaminated anywhere along the food chain. While SFA continues to be vigilant and works to ensure that regulatory measures are in place and properly enforced, the industry and consumers must also play their part.

5             All food operators should ensure their premises are clean and well-maintained, and staff are adequately trained on proper food safety management. SFA will take enforcement action against food operators who do not adhere to regulations or comply with food safety requirements. Offenders are liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $10,000 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 12 months or to both.

6             Members of the public who come across poor hygiene practices in food establishments are advised not to patronise them and provide feedback via our online feedback form (www.sfa.gov.sg/feedback) with details for our follow-up investigations.

Issued by the Singapore Food Agency

4 May 2023