Designated areas for employees use of designated areas by employees
Frozen PHF/TCS foods are properly slacked and thawed One package of frozen chicken was being thawed at room temperature.
Consumer warnings are provided according to law and food establishment or manufacturers dating information may not be concealed or altered Many food products do not have any labeling (frozen chicken, fish and other meat items, dessert cups, salsa). Many frozen meats do not have any safe handling instructions. (Both are repeat issues from previous inspections). Products may not be sold until labeling has been done.
Using a handwashing sink- operation and maintenance Hand washing sink was covered with soiled meat paper. Hand sink not being accessible was also an issue from the previous inspection.
Outer openings are protected Visible gaps under the man door and overhead door at the back of the store (Repeat from previous inspections).
Food is properly labeled Many food products do not have any labeling (frozen chicken, fish and other meat items, dessert cups, salsa). Many frozen meats do not have any safe handling instructions. (Both are repeat issues from previous inspections). Products may not be sold until labeling has been done.
equipment food contact surfaces and utensils clean to sight and touch. Deli slicer had food residue from previous days use (Repeat from previous inspection)
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