| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
22
|
0
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41 F or less. -P. For more information please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ. Observed wontons at 44-45 F inside upright reach-in unit. PIC stated that the product had been prepped at 3 pm and placed into unit for tonight’s services. CDI - Product relocated to upright reach-in freezer for rapid cooling to < 41 F. |
|
24
|
1.50
|
Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. Pf. Observed 3x containers of rice with today’s date and no start/end times. PIC confirmed that the items had been prepared for tonight at 3 pm. CDI - EHS educated and times written on labels. |
|
33
|
1
|
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
REPEAT: 3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf. For more information on proper cooling procedures please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed 3x flat sheet pans of fried chicken cooling in ambient air next to rear window. PIC and employee present stated that the products were cooked 2 hours prior to inspection and left out in ambient temperatures to cool down. No physical contamination observed on fried chicken. Observed 2x tightly covered containers of cooked noodles full over the brim cooling since 3 pm. Observed covered containers of wontons cooling inside upright reach-in unit. Also observed 1x deep strainer full of ground chicken cooling with a 2°F change in temperature after 30 minutes. Refer to temperature chart for details. CDI - EHS re-educated staff on proper cooling methods; products were separated into smaller portions/sheet pans, placed into ice baths and relocated into walk-in cooler and freezer units to cool down to < 41°F. |
|
39
|
0
|
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed 1x container of soy sauce stored on floor inside walk-in cooler. CDI - Container relocated to shelving.***No escalation in points due to improvement since previous inspection. |
|
43
|
0
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-304.12 (E) In-use utensils, such as ice scoops or utensils for non-TCS food, must be stored in a clean and protected location. Observed ice scooper lying on ice inside ice bin. CDI - Scooper re-positioned with handle facing upwards.
3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. Observed spoon used for rice stored in stagnant 84°F water.
CDI - Spoon removed. |
|
45
|
1
|
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used |
No |
Yes
|
No |
REPEAT: 4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed multiple boxes of single service foam hinged lid containers on floor in back hall way. |
|
49
|
0
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
No
|
No |
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. 4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed thorough cleaning needed at hood system. Facility has existing contract with JC Services Unlimited. Maintenance sticker posted states that the last date for cleaning services was 1/3/22 and next date for cleaning is by 4/3/22. |
|
54
|
0
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster lid left open.
5-501.115 Discard items and litter stored in the waste areas and enclosures as they are not necessary to operation and maintenance. Observed broken down cardboard boxes scattered throughout floor next to dumpster/recycling bins. |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed walk-in cooler floor panel in need of repairs. Facility has made request for repairs and date is TBD. |
|
56
|
1
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
REPEAT: 6-403.11 (A) Areas designated for employees to eat and drink, shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, single service/use items are protected from contamination. Observed personal employee foods stored with retail items inside bar reach-in. CDI - Food removed to designated employee area. |