| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
13
|
1
|
Food in good condition, safe & unadulterated |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-202.15 Food packaging must be in good condition, intact and protect the food inside. Pf Observed two #10 cans of tomato sauce and soy sauce with deep dents on dry storage rack. CDI - PIC discarded two #10 cans. |
|
15
|
0
|
Food separated & protected |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-302.11(A)(8) Separate unwashed produce from ready-to-eat foods. Observed unwashed lettuce, and cabbage stored over prepared onions, shredded cababge, and cut carrots in walk in cooler. CDI - PIC rearranged stored order of produce.
For more information on food storage order please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation
3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed cold holding cooked chicken, shredded cabbage, cut carrots, soy sauce, and raw chicken uncovered in walk in cooler. CDI -PIC was able to cover all foods containers with proper lids. |
|
28
|
1
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
7-102.11 Label working containers of toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers.-Pf Observed secondary spray bottle housing clear/yellow liquid labeled food coloring. PIC stated the bottle was actually soapy water for cleaning. CDI - EHS instructed PIC to discard liquid and to label the bottle with proper name. Observed PIC label spray bottle and added soapy water. |
|
35
|
0.50
|
Approved thawing methods used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. Pf Observed mixing bowl of raw shrimp thawing with ambient air on drain board of 3-comp-sink. CDI - EHS educated PIC on how to properly thawing. PIC was later observed thawing raw shrimp under running cold water in prep sink. |
|
41
|
0.50
|
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-304.14(B) Hold in-use wiping cloths in properly concentrated sanitizer between uses. Observed four wet wiping cloths stored directly on prep tables throughout kitchen. CDI - PIC made sanitizer bucket to place wet wiping cloths inside |
|
43
|
0
|
In-use utensils: properly stored |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed blue plastic scoop submerged in soy sauce in white food container. CDI - PIC removed blue plastic scoop and used another serving spoon with a longer handle.
3-304.12 (B) In-use utensils for food that is not TCS must be stored with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed. Observed metal scoop submerged in flour in large grey container. |
|
45
|
0.50
|
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
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 three stacks of single service To-Go boxes on window ledge with food contact area facing up. CDI PIC turned containers upside down. |
|
47
|
0
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-502.11(A) Maintain utensils in good repair. Observed a few metal/wood handle serving spoons with damaged metal sleeves and flaking wood handles on drying rack. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded three serving spoons.
4-101.19/4-202.16 Non FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent
cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES shall be free of unnecessary ledges, projections, and crevices, and designed and constructed to allow easy cleaning and to facilitate maintenance. Observed rusted food racks inside walk in cooler in need of replacement.
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed black plastic bin with cracks and holes being used to store cooked chicken pieces in low boy cooler. CDI - PIC discarded black bin and placed cooked chicken into new NSF food container. |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Observed general cleaning need under and around cooking equipment especially behind fryer station. |
|
56
|
0.50
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
No |
Yes
|
No |
6-501.14 Change the filters and clean the intake and exhaust air ducts so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt or other materials. Observed hood filters with heavy grease build up. |