K30: Food storage: food storage containers identifiedFood in containers stored directly on the floor of the walk-in and kitchen.
[CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperaturesVarious PHF held at food preparation table measured >41F,<135F,<4hrs.[CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. Hold PHF in refrigeration or ice ice baths at preparation table.
K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animalsOld rodent droppings found next to cabinets in front service area.
[CA] Clean and sanitize area of dead cockroaches or old droppings.
K14: Food contact surfaces clean, sanitizedCriticalEmployee skips sanitization as the final step in warewashing.
[CA] Manual warewashing shall be accomplished by using a three-compartment sink where the utensils are first precleaned, washed with hot soapy water, rinsed with hot water, sanitized with an approved method, and air dried. Use 1 TBS of bleach (5.25%) per 1 gal. of water for chlorine solution (100 PPM). Use 1 tbs of quaternary ammonium (10%) per 2 gal. of water for quaternary ammonium (200 PPM).[COS]
K26: Approved thawing methods used; frozen foodFrozen meat found thawing at room temperature.
[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.
K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleRear hand wash sink is partially obstructed at time of inspection.
[CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times.
K27: Food separated and protectedRaw food of animal origin stored above ready to eat food (walk-in refrigerator)
K40: Wiping cloths: properly used, storedWet/soiled wiping cloths found stored on 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).
K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certificationFood 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.