| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
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|---|
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1
|
1
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PIC Present, demonstrates knowledge, & performs duties |
Yes |
No
|
No |
2-103.11(I) PIC shall ensure rules in the code for food safety and handling are met. -Pf A Food Safety Checklist can be found at: http://meck.co/FoodSafety along with for more food safety information related to PIC Duties, Training, and managing food safety. Observed PIC not ensuring rules for food safety were being met. During inspection, the only two cold holding units in the front service area were found to both have elevated ambient air temperatures holding TCS foods above 41f for unknown duration. PIC noted that there had been power issues over weekend and electrical issue was present with at least one cooler, however, cooler was still in use for TCS foods with elevated temperatures. CDI - education and discussion with PIC regarding duties set forth in code and corrective actions required by EHS during inspeciton. |
|
2
|
1
|
Certified Food Protection Manager |
No |
Yes
|
No |
2-102.12 PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: http://meck.co/FoodSafety. Observed no person present during inspection who is certified food protection manager. PIC Katrina is not a certified manager. REPEAT |
|
22
|
1.50
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
Yes
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F 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 all TCS foods including oat milks, almond milks, Greek yogurt, and open canned pumpkin holding in front line coolers above 41f. See chart. CDI - items discarded as PIC unaware of when the items placed into the unit.
REPEAT. - no point escalation as previous temperature issues were related to storage in bottle chiller which was not in use for holding these TCS items. Issue today related likely mechanical or electrical issue. |
|
28
|
1
|
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used |
Yes |
No
|
No |
7-202.12(A) Use poisonous or toxic materials according to manufacturer's label. Use pesticides approved for use in commercial food service only.-P. Observed household Hot Shot No Pest Strips in use in establishment. This is a pesticide which is not approved for use in the commercial food service establishment. CDI - removed. |
|
33
|
0.50
|
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control |
No |
No
|
Yes |
4-301.11 Provide equipment in number and capacity so that cooling, heating, and holding temperatures are achieved. -Pf. Observed both front line service coolers holding TCS foods above 41f. Electrical drop cord observed running across floor and PIC noted there may be electrical issue present. It was also noted that power supply had been on and off multiple times over weekend. Reach in cooler on back wall observed to not be running at all - appears to be no power and ambient air temperature at 61f. Front counter service cooler has temp reading on thermostat of 37f, however it is standing with condensate inside and has ambient air temp holding at 47f and likely also has mechanical issue. These coolers are integral to the operation of the unit and must be repaired. Do not use the coolers to store any TCS foods including open nut milks, greek yogurt, or canned pumpkin. Verification required within 10 days. |
|
38
|
0
|
Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed small flies present in various areas of both front and back of house. Contact PCO for service. |
|
45
|
0.50
|
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used |
No |
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 a box of single service straws stored on bottom shelf that allows the product to be less than 6 inches off the floor. Raise the shelf - or relocate single service items to alternate location which is at least 6 inches off of floor. REPEAT |
|
48
|
0
|
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-501.19 During manual warewashing, maintain the wash solution at a minimum of 110F or as otherwise allowed by the detergent manufacturer label. -Pf. Observed utensils washed in soapy water in 3 part sink at 93f. CDI - hot water added to raise the wash water temperature to above 110f. |
|
49
|
1
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
Yes
|
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 reach reach in freezer in the front area with food debris accumulated in bottom and organic growth around top lid gasket. Clean. REPEAT |
|
56
|
0
|
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used |
No |
No
|
No |
6-305.11/6-501.110 Designate and use an area for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and possessions. Observed personal employee purses stored mixed with single service straws on shelving in back area.. Designate an area away from food and food contact items for the storage of personal belongings. |