TASTE OF PERSIA

Tub of marinated chicken maintained out in ambient temperature measured at 51F. PIC stated that the chicken was prepared less than an hour and will be placed inside the walk-in refrigerator for marinating. At time of inspection, item was not in active preparation. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above.

Observed numerous bags of raw onions maintained directly on the floor. Observed cases of tomatoes maintained directly on the floor inside the walk-in refrigerator. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

Five-year Food Safety Certified (FSC) manager certificate unavailable for review. [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. ** Repeat violation.

Observed cardboard used to line the top of the preparation refrigerator to be used as a preparation surface to place equipment. [CA] Surfaces of equipment shall be smooth, easily cleanable, nonabsorbent, durable, and maintained in good repair. Discontinue the use of cardboard.

Hot water is not available at the two-compartment food preparation sink. Hot water faucet was inoperable. [CA] Hot water shall be supplied at a minimum temperature of at least 120°F measured from the faucet throughout facility except at handwash sinks. Warm water is not available at the hand wash station in the back of the kitchen. Hot water faucet was inoperable. Warm water at the hand wash station inside the restroom measured at 74F. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped to provide minimum 100°F water under pressure for a minimum of 15 seconds.\

Approximately 50+ containers of yogurt sauces, yogurt drinks, and diced tomato and cucumber salads maintained inside the two0door upright refrigerator at the front of the refrigerator measured between 43F to 45F. Main kitchen employee stated that the refrigerator has been inconsistent at maintaining temperature and a temperature log on the side of the refrigerator was maintained. Employee also stated that a technician is scheduled for repairs. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [SA] All PHF items were relocated into the walk-in refrigerator to immediately cool and maintain cold. Temporarily discontinue usage of the two-door upright refrigerator until it is able to maintain PHF at 41F or below.

Paper towel dispenser at the handwash station towards the back of the kitchen is partially obstructed with meat grinder. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. Remove obstruction. Handwashing facility and ancillary equipment shall be easily accessible at all times. Paper towels maintained outside of towel dispensers at the hand wash station in the front of the kitchen as well as in the restroom. [CA] Paper towels shall be stored inside the dispenser to prevent potential contamination.

Five-year Food Safety Certified (FSC) manager certificate unavailable for review. [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. Only one of the three employees' three-year food handler cards were available for review. [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.

At time of inspection, heavy smoke observed in the kitchen and inside dining room. Employee stated that ventilation hood is currently on. [CA] All areas of a food facility shall have sufficient ventilation to facilitate proper food storage and to provide a reasonable condition of comfort for each employee, consistent with the job performed by the employee. Investigate cause and repair in an approved manner. ** A follow-up inspection will be conducted to verify that ventilation is working properly and is able to effectively remove cooking odors, smoke, steam, grease, heat, and vapors.

Ambient temperature of the two-door upright refrigerator near the front of the facility measured between 43F to 46F. [CA] Refrigeration must be capable of maintaining PHFs at 41°F or below.