ERIK'S DELI CAFE - OTC

Hot water at two compartment sink measured 118F. Cold water was not available. [CA] An approved, adequate, protected, pressurized, potable supply of hot water and cold water shall be provided. Hot water shall measured 120F at all sinks except handwashing sinks.

Sliced turkey in cold holding insert measured 47F on the top and 41F on the bottom. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. Ensure that cold holding inserts are filled to the fill line only, do not over fill.

A salad prep area/bar has been placed in what was previously a dining room. There is open food preparation at this salad bar and open food storage. Dining room does not have approved finishes. [CA] Cease and desist open food preparation and storage in dining area. If facility would like to expand into dining area, facility must submit plans to EHB Plan Check. Observed broken tiles on floor in dishwashing area, also observed broken/missing cove base throughout facility. [CA] Replace broken floor tiles with a smooth and of durable construction and nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. Repair/replace missing/broken cove base.

Observed what appeared to be small fruit flies in mechanical warewash area. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.

Several food handler cards were expired 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.

Observed broken tiles on floor in dishwashing area, also observed broken/missing cove base throughout facility. [CA] Replace broken floor tiles with a smooth and of durable construction and nonabsorbent material that is easily cleanable. Repair/replace missing/broken cove base.

Hot water at two compartment sink measured 113F after allowing water to run and then dropped to 112F. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks.

Chicken, turkey and tomatoes in cold holding inserts measured 44F to 41F. Containers were filled well passed the fill line. Per PIC, they are were placed into unit 2.5 hours prior to temperature measurement. Ambient air of preparation unit measured 41F. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. Ensure that cold holding inserts are filled to fill line only.