ALMA DESSERT

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

Follow-up inspection for conditional pass due to inadequate handwash facilities, improper use of TPHC, and improper cleaning and sanitizing of utensils and equipment. The following MAJOR violation was corrected: K06M - Inadequate handwash facilities - Observed a roll of paper towel accessible in the area. - Operator restocked paper towel dispenser with paper towels. - Noted the handwash station was inoperable due to non-functioning hot and cold water knobs. Management stated a contractor has been scheduled to repair the handwash station on Saturday. Facility currently using the adjacent prep/dump sink for handwashing. The following MAJOR violation was observed as a MINOR violation during follow-up inspection and has been corrected on site: K14M - Improper cleaning and sanitizing of utensils and equipment - At the 3 compartment sink, measured utensils and equipment stored in a solution of 25 PPM chlorine sanitizer. - Discussed with operator on site regarding setup of the sanitizing compartment. Operator stated they used hot water for setup of the sanitizing compartment. - Operator refilled the sanitizing compartment with warm water and chlorine sanitizer. Remeasured at 100 PPM. The following MAJOR violation has not been corrected: K08M - Improper use of TPHC - Observed tapioca pearls stored on the counter-top without time labeling. - Operator provided a time label on the container of tapioca pearls. - Discussed with management regarding labeling of the tapioca pearls. Facility planning to discontinue sale of tapioca pearls from today.

ROUTINE INSPECTION

FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION

On-site for a follow-up inspection after facility was closed for a cockroach infestation on 9/2/2025 Facility has provided the following: 1) Pest control report from a licensed provider stating that treatment was performed and no additional activity was noted 2) Signed and completed reopening checklist Compliance of the following has been verified: K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animals - No cockroach activity observed at the time of inspection Facility has now obtained regular, routine pest control from EcoGuard to be conducted on a monthly basis. Facility OK to operate.

ROUTINE INSPECTION

Limited inspection conducted in conjunction with complaint number CO0157718 Facility is hereby closed owing to evidence of cockroach infestation. Facility is to immediately cease and desist all operations, including but not limited to food preparation, service, handling, distribution, and sale The following must be provided prior to reopening: 1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to maverick.chin@deh.sccgov.org 2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider, stating that facility has been treated and that all cockroach activity has been abated Facility must also perform the following actions prior to reopening: - Eliminate all presence of vermin, dead or alive, within the facility. - Clean and sanitize all areas, including but not limited to floors, walls, ceilings, and surfaces of all equipment throughout the facility - Seal any gaps, cracks, or holes within the premises and in the structure of the facility that may provide harborage or entrance for vermin - Dispose of any contaminated items - Remove unused equipment so as to prevent harborage for vermin A follow-up inspection must be conducted prior to facility reopening. Call or email to schedule. Subsequent follow-up inspections after the first shall be billed at $298/hour, one hour minimum, during normal business hours (7:30 AM to 4:30 PM), or $645 for a minimum of 2 hours, during non-business hours and in accordance with the inspector's availability. The posted placard is property of the Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health and shall not be removed, covered-up, relocated, tampered with, camouflaged, or copied. Failure to comply may result in a fine and enforcement action as per county ordinance section B11-55. A facility found in operation after having its permit suspended may be subject to a penalty of three times the facility’s normal operating permit fee. Joint inspection conducted with Fred Amir-Ebrahimi. Report written by Maverick.

ROUTINE INSPECTION

Routine Inspection OWNERSHIP CHANGE INFORMATION NEW FACILITY NAME: ALMA DESSERT NEW OWNER: Mochi Bubble Tea, LLC The applicant has completed the facility evaluation application process for an Environmental Health Permit. The permit category for this facility is FP10. An invoice for the permit fee in the amount of $1,107.00 will be mailed to the billing address on the application. Payment must be submitted within 10 days of receipt of the invoice. The owner is responsible for contacting our department if an invoice is not received and remit payment within 30 days. The Environmental Health Permit will be effective: 10/01/24 - 9/20/25 This report serves as a temporary permit. However, the permit will be deemed invalid if the permit fee is not paid in full within 30 days from the date of this report. Okay to Operate. An official permit will be mailed to the address on file and shall be posted in public view upon receipt. *Structural Review inspection conducted on 9/23/24 *Permit condition: 1) A mechanical hood exemption for the 2 induction cookers must be submitted to Plan Check within 30 days (10/23/24). Failure to comply may result in enforcement action. 2) There shall be no onsite consumption of food, as restroom is located in the kitchen. For general inquiries or to schedule a consultation, site assessment, or plan check inspection, please email us at dehplancheck@deh.sccgov.org or call us at (408) 918-3400 Monday through Friday between 7:30am and 4:30pm. To assist you with technical questions, a Plan Checker is available by phone during these hours on a first come-first served basis Monday through Friday. *Email mindy.nguyen@deh.sccgov.org when Plan Check has been contacted and the exemption has been submitted. *Obtain food safety manager certificate within 60 days. All other food employees must have valid food handler cards within 30 days from hire date. Discussed handwashing, hot/cold holding, dishwashing, ill employee policy, TPHC form. *Kitchen and handwash sinks must be supplied with soap and paper towels at all times. Sanitizer test strips and metal probe thermometer must be provided.