K19: Consumer advisory for raw or undercooked foodsLack of consumer advisory for hangar steak. Hangar steak was cooked to 119F per log, and as per chef, it is cooked medium rare.
[CA]Provide a written consumer advisory, which consists of both disclosure AND reminder statements, using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means.
'Disclosure' means a written statement that clearly includes either of the following:
(1) A description of the animal-derived foods, such as “oysters on the half shell (raw oysters),” “raw-egg Caesar salad,” and “hamburgers (can be cooked to order).” And/or,
(2) Identification of the animal-derived foods marked by an asterisk * denoting a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients.
'Reminder' means a written statement that identifies the animal-derived foods by an asterisk * that denotes a footnote that includes either of the following disclosure statements:
(1) ""Written information regarding the safety of these food items is available upon request."" And/or,
(2) ""Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.""
Note, this steak is on TPHC and time begins upon removal from temperature control for cooking, as it does not reach 145F during cooking. Discussed with chef that although steak may happen reach 145F during a hot holding step, reaching a kill temperature during holding is not the intention of hot holding. The consumer advisory must be provided as the steak could be served before reaching a kill temperature.