Marrakech Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Fast Food Kitchen
In a significant operation aimed at ensuring food safety and public health, a mixed commission in Marrakech successfully uncovered an illegal fast food kitchen located on Allal El Fassi Street. This operation, conducted on Wednesday, resulted in the confiscation of over 50 kilograms of shawarma and roasted chicken, which were deemed to be of unknown origin due to the absence of invoices and any legal documentation verifying their source. The commission raised serious concerns regarding the compliance of these food items with established safety and quality standards.
The inspection team consisted of representatives from local authorities, the health office of the Marrakech commune, the National Office for Food Safety (ONSSA), and civil protection services. Together, they conducted a thorough examination of the establishment, scrutinizing both the food products on display and those used in meal preparation. It was noted that the establishment lacked the necessary legal documents and licenses, as well as the required invoices for the products it sold. The establishment's manager was given a 24-hour deadline to present the necessary documentation. However, during the inspection, officials discovered a "secret kitchen" affiliated with the fast food outlet, which had already been subject to closure procedures at the end of the previous year.
This operation is part of a broader initiative to intensify health and field inspections of restaurants and fast food outlets in Marrakech, especially given the growing patronage from local residents, national visitors, and international tourists. The authorities are committed to enforcing health and legal standards to ensure the safety of the products offered to the public. The swift action taken today underscores the critical importance of consumer protection against potentially hazardous food products.
As reported by akhbarona.com.
