ROUTINE INSPECTION
10 reported violations
- K29: Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
Observed an unlabeled chemical spray bottle cleaner stored at the bottom shelf of the main preparation line. [CA] Chemicals once removed from original container shall be labeled with common name.
- K41: Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
1. Observed the three compartment sink faucet to be leaking 2. Observed the preparation sink hot water line running and unable to close [CA] Repair plumbing fixture and maintain in clean and good repair.
- K33: Nonfood contact surfaces clean
Observed an accumulation of grime/grease/debris on equipment surfaces throughout the facility including but not limited to: - The shelf space below the grill - The exterior surfaces and handles of the two door upright freezers at the back storage area - On the lower shelving of equipment at the cooks line [CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
- K19: Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked foods
A consumer advisory reminder statement was observed posted but not disclosure of which food items are served raw or undercooked were identified on the menu. [CA] Provide consumer warning for the sale of raw or undercooked animal-derived foods.
- K39: Thermometers provided, accurate
A display thermometer was missing at the front sushi display cooler. [CA] The thermometer in the reach-in refrigerator shall be placed where it is easily visible while checking refrigerator temperature. [COS] The manager was able to locate a display thermometer and place it in the unit.
- K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Not all food handlers possess a valid food handler card or food manager certification. [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.
- K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
1. Old rodent droppings were observed on the floor in the corner of the back storage area below/behind the two door upright freezer. It was discussed with the PIC that pest control services are rendered by Ecolab on a monthly basis. No other evidence of rodent activity was observed at this time. [CA] Clean and sanitize area of old droppings. 2. Observed numerous fruit flies at the janitorial sink area. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.
- K45: Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean
Observed an accumulation of grease/grime/debris on the floors throughout the facility including but not limited to: - Below the grill at the cooks line - Below the deep fryer at the cooks line - Below both sushi preparation stations - Below the upright coolers at the hallway storage area - Below the upright freezers at the back storage area [CA] Walls and/or floors in food preparation area shall be kept clean.
- K35: Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Observed a large accumulation of water in the four door upright cooler. [CA] Maintain equipment in good repair.
- K26: Approved thawing methods used; frozen food
Observed raw fish thawing at ambient temperature adjacent to the cooks line. Fish measured at 30F-34F at this time. [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.