HALAL GYRO EXPRESS

Prep cooler cheese at the top insert 45F inside temperature 35F [CA] Monitor and maintain cheese at 41F or cooler - Owner stated that the lid was left open leading to higher temperature. Keep the lid closed when not serving.

Employee washed hands with cold water [CA] All food employees shall thoroughly wash their hands and that portion of their arms exposed to direct food contact with soap and vigorously rub hands together to lather up for at least 10 to 15 seconds. They shall rinse hands with warm water followed by drying with paper towels. Employees shall pay attention to the areas underneath the fingernails and between the fingers when washing hands. – Corrected

Two employee food handler cards were expired. [CA] Obtain valid food handler cards.

Observed accumulation of grime/food buildup on the faucet at the main kitchen handwash sink. Observed accumulation of grease/food debris on sides of cooking equipment. [CA] Keep surfaces clean.

Sanitizer test strips were not available upon request. [CA] Keep sanitizer test strips available.

At the main kitchen handwash sink: observed the paper towel dispenser was empty. [CA] Keep the paper towel dispenser filled at all times. [SA] A roll of paper towels was placed on the shelf directly next to the sink. Minor violation: Observed the paper towel dispenser in the restroom was empty. An uncovered roll of paper towels was placed on a shelf nearby. [CA] Store paper towels inside a covered dispenser.