CHEZ SOVAN

Observed one large dead cockroach on the floor, between two upright refrigerators. No other evidence of cockroaches was observed. Observed approximately 20 flies throughout the kitchen. [CA] Keep facility clear of flies and vermin. Have professional pest control service the facility. See notes below.

Observed heavy accumulation of food debris/grease on metal racks inside upright refrigerators. [CA] Keep surfaces clean.

Inside the upright refrigerator across the 3-compartment sink: measured internal temperature of raw beef skewers (48F) and tamarind sauce (44F). PIC stated the beef had been held for 1 hour, and the tamarind sauce had been held since 10am (approximately 2.5 hours prior). Ambient temperature of refrigerator measured 45F. [CA] Keep potentially hazardous foods at 41F and below or 135F and above. Adjust refrigerator settings so that it can keep foods cold even during busy prep times.

A metal probe thermometer was not available upon request. [CA] Obtain a metal probe thermometer to measure internal food temperatures.

Observed raw meat thawing at ambient room temperature near the cookline. Meat measured 41F. [CA] Frozen potentially hazardous food shall be thawed using one of the following methods: 1) Under refrigeration 2) Completely submerged under cold running water of sufficient velocity to flush loose particles 3) In a microwave oven 4) During the cooking process

Observed employee place raw beef skewers onto the grill, then began preparing drinks without washing hands. [CA] Wash hands with soap and warm water after contaminating hands and before switching tasks. [COS] Employee washed hands.

Observed bag of rice stored on the floor in the rear storage room. [CA] Store food on approved shelving at least 6 inches above the floor.

1) Observed the back door, window, and front door were open during the inspection. [CA] Keep doors and windows closed to prevent vermin entry. 2) In the back of the kitchen: observed employee purse stored on a shelf directly over a rice scoop container. [CA] Store personal items away from and below food/food prep areas to prevent contamination.

Observed accumulation of food debris on floors under shelving/equipment, especially along walls. [CA] Keep floors clean.

In the front beverage prep area: observed a large live cockroach on the wall. No other evidence of cockroaches was observed. [CA] Keep facility clear of vermin. [SA] PIC killed the cockroach. _______ Minor violation: Observed approximately 5-10 flies in the kitchen, especially in the rear storage area. [CA] Keep facility clear of flies.