0830 - Corrected During InspectionCritical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) noodles in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition. Food was maintained in refrigeration 2 days after supposed date of discard.
Comments:
Kitchen is clean and organized. Employee health policy available. Pocket Guide for Food Operators left with owner. Employees are washing hands and wearing gloves when handling ready to eat foods. Food/equipment temperatures are good. Foods are being properly date marked for disposition.
January 29, 2009 (Routine)
Comments:
No violations observed this inspection. Most all foods in refrigeration units are properly dated for disposition. Hot/cold food temperatures are good. Handwashing observed. Gloves are being used for preparation of ready-to-eat foods (sandwiches/salads). Sanitizer available in w/c bucket, test kit available. Kitchen appears clean and organized. Employee health policy discussed with owner. Discussed planing/sanding refinishing sandwich prep cutting board.
April 09, 2008 (Critical Procedures)
Violation: 0830 - Critical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) @FOOD@ in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition. Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
Comments:
Kitchen is clean organized. Good equipment/food temperatures observed. Kitchen will continue to monitor date-marking of potentially hazardous foods. Wiping cloths will be stored in sanitizing solution as soon as food delivery has been properly stowed.
July 24, 2007 (Critical Procedures)
Violation: 0830 - Corrected During InspectionCritical The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) noodles in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition. Food was maintained in refrigeration 2 days after supposed date of discard. Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria. Food was immediately discarded.
Comments:
Facility is clean and all equipment is functional. Good hot and cold temperatures are being maintained. Light will be shielded in wait station. Chipped ice scoop will be replaced.
January 11, 2007 (Routine)
Violation: 1750 - Manufacturer containers were observed reused for the storage of potentially hazardous foods (spaghetti sauce, etc.) Discontinue the reuse of manufacturer containers for PHF storage. Provide approved reusable food storage containers designed for your food storage needs.
Comments:
Kitchen is clean and organized. Discussed sanitizer concentration levels with staff. Discussed proper cooling methods for PHF's. Food temperatures good. Employees are washing hands at appropriate time and intervals.
June 09, 2006 (Critical Procedures)
Violation: 1320 - There was no temperature measuring device located in several refrigerator units. Provide a temperature measuring device in all hot or cold holding equipment used to store potentially hazardous foods so that employees can routinely monitor the ambient air temperature.
Comments:
Kitchen is clean and organized. All food temperatures are good. Sanitizer levels are at acceptable levels. Hands are being washed at appropriate times.
October 27, 2005 (Routine)
Comments:
No violations found this inspection. Door closer has been repaired on employees restroom. Kitchen is clean and organized. All equipment is functional. Employees are washing hands.
June 28, 2005 (Routine)
Violations:
0790 - Corrected During Inspection Improper methods used to thaw @FOOD@, @MEAT@, @FISH/SEAFOOD@ or @POULTRY/POULTRY PROD@. Thaw potentially hazardous foods by either of the following methods: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains food temperature at 41F (45F) 2. Completely submerged under running water at a temperature of 70F or below with sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow. Ready-to-eat food shall not exceed 41F and raw animal foods shall not exceed 41F for more than four hours 3. As part of the cooking process
3250 - Self closing device on employee restroom door is broken. Keep toilet room doors closed except when cleaning or during maintenance operations to prevent insect and rodent entrance and the associated potential for the spread of disease.
Comments:
Kitchen is clean. Condensation problem in walkin cooler has been repaired.
February 09, 2005 (Routine)
Violations:
1570 - Repeat Walkin refrigeration was observed in a state of disrepair and damaged. Repair the condensation problme to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the refrigeration, replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. Foods should not be stored below condensation problem unless in sealed, lidded container. Containers should be wash-rinsed-sanitized as needed.
1800 - The nonfood contact surface of the fan grate in the walkin refrigerator has accumulations of grime and debris. Clean the surface at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents.
Comments:
New refrigeration unit in wait station. Kitchen is clean and organized. Temperatures are good.
September 17, 2004 (Routine)
Violations:
0220 - Critical Employees are storing drinks in areas where they may contaminate food, clean equipment, utensils or other items needing protection. Provide a designated area where employees may store drinks so as not to contaminate exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, and linens, or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles, or other items needing protection. CORRECTED
0550 - Dispensing utensils improperly stored between uses. Store in-use utensils or dispensing utensils in one of the following manners: 1) In the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. 2) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. 3) On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized every 4 hours. 4) In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain. 5) In a clean, protected location if the utensils are used only with a food that is not potentially hazardous. 6) In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 140F and the container. CORRECTED
1450 - Refrigeration at wait station, used to hold salad dressings, condiments and drinks was holding 50F at time of inspection. Need to service refrigeration to maintain all products at 41F or below.
1570 - Walkin refrigeration was observed in a state of disrepair resulting in excessive condensation. Repair the unit to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability per Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter. If unable to repair the unit replace it with one that meets the specifications of Part IV, Article 1 and 2 of this chapter.
2000 - Repeat Single service items were found stored on floor Store single service items in a clean, dry location where not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination at least 6 inches above the floor.
3200 - Hood system need additional drip tray. Hood system is to be cleaned and drip tray is to be manufactured.
Comments:
Restaurant is scheduled to close for a few days at the beginning of October 2004 for routine maintenance.
January 08, 2004 (Routine)
Violations:
0610 - Food stored on the floor. Or Food stored less than 6" above the floor. Elevate food storage onto approved shelving with minimum 6" legs or casters.
0570 - Wiping cloths improperly stored between use. Ensure wet wiping cloths are stored in a chemical sanitizer at the proper concentration between use.
2000 - Single service items were found stored on floor. Store in a clean, dry location where not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination at least 6 inches above the floor.
Comments:
Kitchen is clean and organized. Establishment will send student to Serv Safe class.
August 08, 2003 (Pre-Opening)
Comments:
Establishment has met all requirements to receive foodservice permit. Chemical test kits and metal stemmed thermometers available. Staff is knowledgeable of hygiene and temperature requirements. Official permit will be mailed.
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