K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certificationRepeat Violation: Facility lacks a Food Safety Certificate.
[CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.
K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleCritical1. At the kitchen handwash station the paper towel dispenser was empty.
2. At the bar handwash station the automatic soap dispenser was out of batteries and not working.
[CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped with handwashing cleanser and single-use sanitary towels in dispensers.
[COS] 1. PIC restocked the dispenser.
[COS] 2. PIC provided a pump bottle of soap as they didnt have enough extra batteries.
K19: Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked foodsRepeat Violation: Facility lacks a disclosure for the raw ceviche on the menu.
[CA] Ensure to provide both a disclosure and reminder for undercooked or raw foods.
Disclosure means a written statement that clearly includes either of the following:
(1) A description of the animal-derived foods, such as “oysters on the half shell (raw oysters),” “raw-egg Caesar salad,” and “hamburgers (can be cooked to order).”
(2) Identification of the animal-derived foods marked by an asterisk denoting a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients.
(c) “Reminder” means a written statement that identifies the animal-derived foods by an asterisk that denotes a footnote that includes either of the following disclosure statements:
(1) Written information regarding the safety of these food items is available upon request.
(2) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or EGGs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.
K27: Food separated and protected1. Raw shell eggs were found stored above cilantro and shredded cheese in the upright cooler at the expo station.
2. Repeat Violation: A tajin rim was found stored near the bar handwash station.
[CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.
K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperaturesChunky Salsa was observed in a melted ice bath measuring between 47-52F. Per PIC, they placed it in the ice bath for lunch service.
[CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above.
[COS] The ice bath was replaced to chill and keep the salsa cold.