ROUTINE INSPECTION
7 reported violations
- K41: Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Water leak observed from the drain pipe of the food prep sink. Grime accumulation observed on the exterior of the pipe. [Corrective Action] Repair to stop the leak. Thoroughly clean exterior of pipe.
- K09: Proper cooling methods
Beef observed cooling in a container tightly wrapped in food service wrap. [Corrective Action] Food cooling may be left slightly open to allow heat to vent out.
- K34: Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Observed food prep at the warewash sink. No dirty utensils were present in the sink at time of inspection. [Corrective Action] Conduct food prep at the food prep sink.
- K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
1. Expired manager Food Safety Certificate. [Corrective Action] Provide a current and valid Food Safety Certificate. 2. Lack of employee Food Handler's Card. [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.
- K42: Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Observed litter and trash all around the dumpster in the dumpster enclosure. Dumpster is shared with other tenants. [Corrective Action] Maintain trash and litter in the the dumpster. Ensure dumpster enclosure is clean.
- K36: Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
1. Meat observed stored in direct contact with garbage bags in the walk-in freezer. [Corrective Action] Store foods in food grade bags. 2. Rice scoops observed stored in room temperature water. [Corrective Action] Store scoops in water at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.
- K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Chicken in the walk-in cooler was measured at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator, the evaporator was turned off due to ice formation. [Corrective Action] Maintain Potentially Hazardous Foods at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ensure refrigeration unit is properly functioning.