Bento Box, 3284 Lancaster Dr Ne Ste A, Salem, OR 97305 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: Bento Box
Address: 3284 Lancaster Dr Ne Ste A, Salem, OR 97305
Phone: (503) 999-3315
Total inspections: 4
Last inspection: May 14, 2013
Score
(the higher the better)

100

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Inspection findings

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  • Employee drink without lid and straw on food contact surface
  • Exterior of equipment has buildup
  • Food stored in restroom
  • Kitchen area cluttered
  • Missing thin stem probe thermometer
  • Pork 69 F, Rice 79 F
  • Restaurant using a domestic dishwasher
  • Sanitizer wiping clothes under 10 ppm Chlorine
Semi-Annual Nov 13, 2012 86
No violation noted during this evaluation. Reinspection Nov 20, 2012 100
  • Bags of Sugar stored on floor
  • Beverage bottles, cases of cups, lids and single serve food containers stored in restroom
  • Cardboard with greasy buildup used as liner
  • Exterior of equipment and rolling cart has buildup
  • Floor in kitchen and shelving have buildup
  • Hand washing sink paper towel dispenser missing paper towels
  • Inside reach ins and cutting board have buildup
  • Kitchen area cluttered
  • Lights in kitchen missing shields
  • Raw Chicken stored over ready to eat foods
  • Reach ins missing thermometers
  • Sanitizer wiping clothes under 10 ppm Chlorine
  • Scoop stored in standing water
  • Spray bottle not labeled
Semi-Annual Apr 18, 2013 86
No violation noted during this evaluation. Reinspection May 14, 2013 100

Violation descriptions and comments

Nov 13, 2012

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Potentially hazardous foods shall be maintained at 135°F or above (except roast beef may be held at 130°F (54°C) or above) or at 41°F or less.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Employees shall eat, drink, or use any form of tobacco only in designated areas. Employees may drink only from covered beverage containers with a handle or straw in food preparation or utensil washing areas.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Clean in place (CIP) equipment shall be designed and constructed to allow for circulation of cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use. At a minimum, a metal-stemmed temperature measuring device with a range of 0-220 degrees F shall be provided to take internal food temperatures. If thin foods such as meat patties and fish filets are cooked, a temperature measuring device that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and accessible.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food may not be stored in locker rooms, toilet rooms, dressing rooms, garbage rooms, mechanical rooms, under unprotected sewer lines, under leaking water lines, under water lines on which water has condensed, under open stairwells, or under other sources of contamination.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The premises shall be free of litter and unnecessary articles which are not pertinent to the current operation of the food establishment.

Apr 18, 2013

REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Foods shall be protected from cross contamination during storage, preparation, holding, and display by separating raw animal foods and unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods, ready-to-eat raw animal foods (fish for sushi), fruits and vegetables, and by separating different types of raw animal foods from each other. If stored vertically, raw animal foods should be stored in ascending order of cooking temperature, with the highest required cooking temperature at the lowest level.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY. Ambient air or water temperature measuring devices shall be easily readable and accurate to plus or minus 3°F (1.5°F).
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: CORRECT IMMEDIATELY.  Working containers (including spray bottles) used for storing poisonous or toxic materials, such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies, shall be clearly and individually labeled with the common name of the material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: In-use food preparation or dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1) in the food with the handles above the top of the food; 2) on a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment if they are cleaned and sanitized as required; 3) in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain; 4) in a clean, protected location if the utensils are used with food that is not potentially hazardous; or 5) in a container of water at a temperature of 135°F or more or 41°F or less or if the container is cleaned as required.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Cloths that are in use for wiping food spills shall be used for no other purpose. Cloths used for wiping food spills shall be dry or wet and stored in an approved sanitizing solution. Dry or wet cloths that are used with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes, and wet cloths used with raw animal foods shall be kept in separate sanitizing solution. Wet wiping cloths used with a freshly made sanitizing solution and dry wiping cloths shall be free of food debris and visible soil.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food shall be protected from contamination by being stored: 1) In a clean, dry location; 2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination; or 3) At least 6 inches above the floor.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Food may not be stored in locker rooms, toilet rooms, dressing rooms, garbage rooms, mechanical rooms, under unprotected sewer lines, under leaking water lines, under water lines on which water has condensed, under open stairwells, or under other sources of contamination.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Effective shielding or shatter-resistant bulbs shall be provided for all light fixtures where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service or single-use articles. Infrared or other heat lamps shall be protected against breakage by providing a shield surrounding and extending beyond the bulb so that only the face of the bulb is exposed.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The premises shall be free of litter and unnecessary articles which are not pertinent to the current operation of the food establishment.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean. Cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.
REQUIRED CORRECTION: Handwashing sinks shall be kept clean and be properly maintained and used.

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