POCHA K

1. Manager's Food Safety Certificate was not available. [corrective action] At least one person from this facility must obtain a Food Safety Certificate. Once certificate is obtained, keep the certificate at this facility. 2. Food handler Cards were not available. [corrective action] Ensure all other employees obtain a valid Food Handler Card. Keep certificates at this facility. **These are repeat violations. Failure to obtain certificates may result in enforcement action**

Observed heavy build up of food debris under the storage racks in the walk-in cooler. [corrective action] Remove the racks and thoroughly clean the floor.

Observed kitchen employee wash hands at the food preparation sink. [corrective action] Ensure to wash hands at the dedicated hand washing sink in the kitchen. [correction] Kitchen employee and person-in-charge was informed of proper hand washing practice.

Observed a small food pan stored in the pot of tonkotsu sauce and used as a dispensing utensil. [corrective action] Provide a ladle to dispense the sauce. [correction] Person-in-charge removed the pan and provided a ladle.

Observed storage racks to the right of the cookline wrapped with foil and duct tape. [corrective action] Remove the foil and duct tape and line the racks with approved material that is smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent.

Observed raw meats stored above produce and ready-to-eat food items in the walk-in cooler and prep unit. [corrective action] Store raw meats at the bottom to prevent contamination of produce or ready-to-eat foods.

1. Observed both back doors to be open. [corrective action] Keep doors closed to prevent vermin from entering the facility. Note: Per person-in-charge, screen doors were previously installed but were told to be removed by the fire department. 2. Observed excessive clutter behind the facility, near the back doors. [corrective action] Clean up this area to prevent vermin from harboring.

Observed water pitchers stored in the hand sink at the front area. [corrective action] Keep hand sink clear so that it is accessible for hand washing. [correction] Person-in-charge removed the pitchers.

Wet/used wiping cloths found on food preparation tables. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).

Raw chicken stored above ready to eat food in walk-in refrigerator. [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.

Scoops in bulk food containers lack handles. [CA] Use scoops with handles and store scoop handle in such a way that the handle does not come in direct contact with food to prevent contamination.

REPEAT VIOLATION: FSC IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT TIME OF INSPECITON. [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. REPEAT VIOLATION FOOD HANDLER CARDS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT TIME OF INSPECTION: [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.

Raw eggs, cheese, rice noodle and cooked corn held at preparation table measured >41F,<135F,<4hrs. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [SA] PIC placed PHF in ice baths or in refrigerators.

Stored/unused equipment found at the rear of the facility. [CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. Employee personal effects stored on food preparation tables. [CA] Employee's personal effects (cell phone, car keys, and jackets) shall be stored in employee lockers or other designated areas for employee storage.

The only hand wash sink in kitchen is obstructed by stored items. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. Lack of liquid hand cleanser and single use paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. [CA] Handwashing cleanser shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use sanitary towels.

Bulk foods such as sugar, salt, msg and rice observed stored directly into non-food grade containers. [Corrective Action] Store bulk foods in food grade containers.

1. Food Safety Certificate observed expired. [Corrective Action] Provide the valid and current Food Safety Certificate. 2. Food Handler's Card not available for review. [Corrective Action] Food Handler's Card shall be readily available for review.

Observe employees washing hands without drying hands with single use paper towels. [Corrective Action] Ensure hands are properly washed and dried with single use paper towels.

Observed water leak at the faucet at the janitorial sink. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak.

Hot water at the 3 compartment sink was measured at 87 degrees Fahrenheit. The cold water knob is unable to turn off. [Corrective Action] Provide hot water of at least 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the 3 compartment sink. Repair the cold water knob.

Chlorine sanitizer concentration in the dishwasher was measured at 0 ppm. Observed the chlorine bottle to be empty. No active warewashing at the time of inspection. [Corrective Action] Maintain chlorine sanitizer concentration at 50 ppm. Use the 3 compartment sink to sanitize utensils until the dishwasher is able to provide chlorine concentration at 50 ppm.

The only designated handwash station in the kitchen was removed. Per PIC, the handwash sink was removed due to violation from the City of Santa Clara. [Corrective Action] Re-install the handwash sink. [Suitable Alternative] Use one of the prep sink as the designated handwash sink at the cookline. Use the wash side of the 3 compartment sink to wash hands.

Grime accumulation observed on the wall in the restrooms under the hand dryer. [Corrective Action] Maintain walls clean.