ROUTINE INSPECTION
10 reported violations
- K01: Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Food handler cards are not available for employees. [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.
- K09: Proper cooling methods
Eggs on counter measured 106F. Per employee, they finished cooking them a half hour prior to temperature measurement. Employee stated that they leave the eggs out on the counter until they cool down enough and then place them in the walk in fridge. [CA] After heating or hot holding, Potentially Hazardous Foods (PHFs) shall be cooled rapidly from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours. Approved cooling methods include: 1) Placing the food in shallow pans 2) Separating the food into thinner or smaller portions. 3) Using rapid cooling equipment (Ex. blast chiller) 4) Using containers that facilitate heat transfer (ex. stainless steel) 5) Adding ice as an ingredient. 6) Using ice paddles 7) Using an ice bath and stirring frequently 8) Accordance with a HACCP plan. Cooling foods shall have enough space around the containers for cold air to circulate, be loosely covered, or uncovered and stirred as frequently needed to evenly cool.
- K06: Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessibleCritical
Soap and paper towels are not provided at the handwash sink near the cake preparation area. Second handwash located on the on the other side of the kitchen not easily accessible. [CA] Provide handwashing cleanser and single use paper towels in dispenser at handwash stations at all times during operation.
- K40: Wiping cloths: properly used, stored
Observed several wiping cloths stored on counters while not in use. [CA] Wiping towels shall be stored in sanitizing solution of an approved concentration when not in use (100 ppm - chlorine, 200 ppm - quaternary ammonium).
- K30: Food storage: food storage containers identified
Observed open bulk bag of sugar and another of other powder. [CA] Store open bulk foods in approved NSF containers with tight fitting lids. Observed food stored on the floor in both the walk in fridge and walk in freezer as well as throughout the facility. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
- K24: Person in charge present and performing duties
Facility did not have a designated person in charge upon arrival. Per employee, there was no manager on site and no one in charge. Employee attempted to contact manager over the phone to determine how to proceed. Another employee recognized inspector and allowed inspector to start. [CA] A “person in charge” who is responsible for operation of facility shall be present at the food facility during all hours of operation.
- K43: Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Toilet paper provided on top of shelf in restroom. [CA] Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet.
- K21: Hot and cold water available
Warm water measured 58F in the restroom after allowing the water to run for several minutes. [CA] Handwashing facilities shall be equipped to provide minimum 100°F water under pressure for a minimum of 15 seconds.
- K04: Proper eating, tasting, drinking, tobacco use
Observed employee eating while preparing/icing cakes. [CA] No employee shall eat or drink in the food prep, food contact storage, or food storage areas, use designated area.
- K23: No rodents, insects, birds, or animals
Observed what appeared to be fruit flies in the back storage area by the janitorial sink. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.