SRI LAKSHMI CAFE

Observed open bags of bulk food items. [CA] Store open bulk foods in approved NSF containers with tight fitting lids. Observed food containers stored directly on floor in storage room. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

Lack of thermometers inside refrigerators. [CA] A thermometer +/- 2°F shall be provided and correctly located in each hot and cold holding unit containing potentially hazardous foods.

Observed soiled wiping towels on prep tables. [CA] Wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).

Measured briyani at 80 F in small container at prep table. Per PIC, it was prepared 2 hours ago. Measured dosa batter at 58F at prep table near cookine, it was on a thin layer of ice. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] PIC time marked the food items to use or discard within 4 hours from when it was taken out of temperature control.

Observed yogurt buckets being reused to store other food items. [CA] Single use food container (e.g. soy sauce container, milk carton, apple juice container, can food, wine bottle) shall not be reused to store food.

Observed back door propped open. [CA] Keep back door closed at all times to prevent the entrance and harborage of vermin.

In the kitchen area, at the left bottom corner of the cookline, observed missing cove base tiles. [CA] Ensure approved cove base tiles are installed to prevent possible harborage of vermin.

In the kitchen area, around the handwash station, observed cracks and crevices around installed stainless steel panels, electrical panels (electrical sockets/electrical switches), and shelving. On the left end of the cookline, in the corner wall, observed a gap between stainless steel panels. At the same area, observed holes in the wall, and gaps on the edge of the hood. [CA] Ensure all gaps, holes, cracks, and crevices are properly sealed to prevent possible harborage of vermin.

Around the handwash station, observed cockroach droppings on the wall, and around an electrical box/socket. In the same area, observed a single dead cockroach in the crevice of the stainless steel panel. [CA] Ensure facility is kept free of cockroach activity. Clean and sanitize all areas with activity. Seal all cracks and crevices. Contact pest control to provide service to the facility.

At the 3 compartment sink, measured quaternary ammonium sanitizer from dispenser at 100 PPM. [CA] Ensure quaternary ammonium sanitizer is provided at 200 PPM to allow for proper cleaning and sanitizing of utensils and equipment.

In the kitchen area, at the back of the 2 door prep unit, observed a piece of cardboard installed to the back of the unit. [CA] Ensure only approved, smooth, durable, and easily cleanable materials and equipment are used within the facility. Remove cardboard to prevent possible harborage of vermin.

Employees lack Food Handler's Card. [Corrective Action] 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.

Potentially Hazardous Foods in the 2 door prep cooler (left side) were measured at 46 degrees Fahrenheit. [Corrective Action] Maintain Potentially Hazardous Foods at or below 41 degrees Fahrenheit.

Facility has not yet submitted an application to the Plan Check Program for the use of the new tandoori oven. [Corrective Action] Submit an application to the Plan Check Program at this department for the approval of the tandoori oven.

Soap dispenser for the handwash sink in the kitchen was observed mounted about 10 feet away from the handwash sink. [Corrective Action] Mount the soap dispenser at the handwash sink.

Missing cove base tiles and floor tiles at the cookline. Observed cove base tiles separating from the wall at the cookline. [Corrective Action] Install cove base tiles and floor tiles. Ensure no gaps from the cove base tiles and the wall.

Observed newly installed tandoori oven. [Corrective Action] Obtain plan check approval from this department when installing new equipments.

Lack of mop hanger at the mop sink. [Corrective Action] Install mop hanger at the mop sink.