ROUTINE INSPECTION
Routine inspection conducted in conjunction with CO0157553
10 reported violations
- K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Two dead cockroaches observed to the side of the ice machine. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of vermin and vermin debris. Clean and sanitize the affected area. Facility has monthly pest control service but latest service report was not available at time of inspection. Reviewed service report for May and June of this year. Reports notes targeted pest but no additional details were provided. Did not observe cockroaches (dead or live) or other signs of an infestation elsewhere in the facility.
- K36: Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Bowls and disposable cups are used as scoops and stored in bulk food containers. [CA] Use approved utensils with a handle for use with bulk foods to prevent cross-contamination.
- K05: Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly
Improper handwashing practices observed by employees: - Employee by cook line used personal cell phone and did not wash hands afterwards. - Multiple employees observed putting on disposable gloves to handle food without washing their hands. [CA] Employees shall properly wash their hands with warm water, soap, and single-use paper towels prior to putting on disposable gloves to handle food
- K44: Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
1) Employee personal items (cigarettes, lighters, phones, beverages) are stored on and above food preparation and food storage areas. [CA] Employee personal items shall be stored in a designated area separate or below food and food prep areas. 2) Back door of the kitchen is kept opened at time of inspection. [CA] Keep back door closed when not in use to prevent the entrance of vermin.
- K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Food Safety Certificate for Managers is expired. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review.
- K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleCritical
Only handwash sink located by the prep table and cook line did not have soap available. [CA] All handwash sinks shall be able to provide warm water, soap, and single-use paper towels. Minor violation: Single-use paper towels are not stored in a dispenser for the handwash sink located by the kitchen entrance. [CA] Paper towels shall be stored in a dispenser to protect it from contamination.
- K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Potentially hazardous foods in the prep unit insert measured at improper cold holding temperatures. Raw chicken, raw beef, and cooked pork measured at 46-48F. [CA] Potentially hazardous foods when cold holding shall be held at or below 41F. Do not overfill the inserts to help the food maintain proper temperatures.
- K27: Food separated and protected
1) Raw meats (chicken, pork, beef) observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (cooked foods, vegetables) in the walk-in cooler and reach-in coolers. 2) Raw chicken observed thawing on rack while above cut vegetables. [CA] Store raw meats separate or below ready-to-eat foods to prevent cross-contamination.
- K33: Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Heavy accumulation of grease and debris on ventilation hood and hood filters. [CA] Clean nonfood contact surfaces as needed to prevent accumulation of debris.
- K26: Approved thawing methods used; frozen food
Frozen meats observed thawing at room temperature on storage selves in the facility. [CA] Frozen potentially hazardous food shall only be thawed in one of the following ways: 1) under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F or below, 2) completely submerged under potable running water for a period not to exceed two hours at a water temperature of 70°F or below, and with sufficient water velocity to agitate and flush off loose particles into the sink drain, 3) in a microwave oven if immediately followed by immediate preparation, 4) as part of a cooking process.