- K29: Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
1. Observed multi-use wiping clothes stored at the front preparation counters outside of a sanitizer solution.
[CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).
2. Observed chemical spray bottles without labeling at the back storage area
[CA] Chemicals once removed from original container shall be labeled with common name.
3. Observed unapproved Raid insecticide stored in the back kitchen and dry storage areas of the facility.
[CA] Only those insecticides, rodenticides, and other pesticides that are necessary and specifically approved for use in a food facility may be used.
- K27: Food separated and protected
Observed raw shelled eggs stored above ready to eat vegetables in the reach in cooler at the back preparation area.
[CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items.
- K05: Hands clean, properly washed; gloves used properly
Observed latex gloves at the shelf in the hallway towards the back preparation area
[CA] The use of latex gloves is prohibited in food facilities and retail food establishments. Types of non-latex gloves that may be used in a food facility or retail food establishment include, but are not limited to, nitrile, polyethylene, and vinyl.
- K07: Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Measured one container of hummus at 46F and one container of cucumber and tomato salad at 48F in the cold preparation cooler across from the cooks line. The PIC stated the food was placed in the unit approximately 30 minutes prior.
[CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above.
[COS] Maintain the preparation cooler lid closed between use to facilitate cold holding.
- K09: Proper cooling methods
Gyro was observed being placed in a single deep metal container after cooking to cool at ambient temperature.
[CA] Properly cool PHF's using shallow containers, using no more than 2 inches for solid foods and no more than 3 inches for liquids.
[COS] The food workers changed to using multiple shallow metal pan to cool and facilitate heat transfer.
- K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
A valid food safety manager certification was not available for review at the time of inspection.
[CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times.
- K33: Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Observed an accumulation of grime on the exterior surfaces of the reach in preparation cooler across from the cooks line
[CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
- K45: Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Observed an accumulation of grime/debris on the floors below the three compartment sink, preparation sink, and around the dish machine.
[CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean.
- K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animalsCritical
1. Observed Vermin: Documented in the following areas:
- One live nymph on the wall above the dish machine in the warewashing area
- One live nymph on the floor below the three compartment sink drainboard near the dish machine
- Multiple live adult cockroaches on the lower rail of the dish machine
- Multiple live adult cockroaches on the interior panel behind the chemical dispenser of the dish machine
- One live adult cockroaches on the wall above the preparation sink
- Multiple dead adult cockroaches on the floor below and around the dish machine
- One dead adult cockroach behind the trim of the wall between the FRP panels above the dish machine
2. Photographs: Taken for documentation purposes.
3. Supervisor Notified: Calvin Hee
4. Notification: The person in charge during inspection, Yusuf Tosun, has been informed that the facility must close immediately.
[CA]: The premises of each food facility must be maintained free of vermin. A facility cannot operate if there is a vermin infestation that leads to contamination of food contact surfaces, packaging, utensils, food equipment, or adulteration of food. The facility is required to cease operations immediately and must remain closed until all corrective actions on the provided checklist are completed.
Requirements Before Reopening:
1. Email the signed and completed Reopening Checklist to the assigned inspector.
2. Submit a copy of the pest control report from a licensed provider.
- K35: Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
1. Observed plastic grocery bags being used as food storage
2. Observed cardboard being used to line the shelves at the back storage area
[CA] All utensils and equipment shall be approved, installed properly, & meet applicable standards.
- K44: Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing
1. Observed an unused ice machine stored below drainboard of the three compartment sink.
[CA] The premises of a food facility shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.
2. Observed gaps between the wall and wood used to mount the shelving above the three compartment sink and preparation sink.
[CA] Eliminate these gaps to prevent the harborage of vermin.