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NameJOYS BIRYANI N KABABS
Address212 N POLK ST
STE 101
City/State/ZIP
PINEVILLE NC 28134
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 10/25/2024
Final Score @ Grade
92.50 A
General CommentsObserved grill for outdoor use stored in upfront bakery area of facility. Per PIC, this grill is used outside for personal use and also to cook dosa batter for catering orders at private events. Also observed no labeling for dry or cold storage in facility for MFU named Habibis Deli #2. No sign in sheet available in facility for when MFUs are using facility for prep. EHS directed PIC to label dry and cold storage for Habibis Deli #2 and begin maintaining a sign in sheet that includes the date, time, and signature of MFU PICs for when they are in the facility completing prep. PIC agreed.

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
10 1 Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible Yes No No 6-301.11 Provide soap for handwashing at each handsink. - Pf - Observed no soap provided at handsink in front bakery prep area. - CDI - PIC provided soap. 6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. - Observed handsink in corner prep area in kitchen lacking required signage. - CDI - EHS provided sign for PIC to post. 6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. - Pf - Observed handsink near kitchen entry and in front bakery prep area lacking paper towels. - CDI - PIC provided paper towels.
16 1.50 Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized Yes No No 4-501.114 Maintain sanitizer at correct concentrations when being used to sanitize. - P - Observed chlorine sanitizer concentrations less than 50ppm at dish machine. Sanitizer solution bottle observed to be low in product. - CDI - PIC replaced sanitizer solution bottle with a full one. Observed chlorine sanitizer concentrations of 100ppm once sanitizer was primed. For more information please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg and How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY
22 3 Proper cold holding temperatures No Yes No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. - P - REPEAT - Observed cheese and mango yogurt mixture holding above 41F in display cooler (see temperature chart). Ambient temperature of unit read 44F. Per PIC, items were held in unit overnight. PIC voluntarily discarded products. - VR - Verification required within 3 days to ensure unit has been repaired. For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .
28 0 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 one unlabeled spray bottle of pink chemical identified as sanitizer per PIC. Also observed three small unlabeled buckets identified as soap, sanitizer, and water. - CDI - PIC labeled all working containers of chemicals.
35 0 Approved thawing methods used Yes No No 3-501.13 (A), (B), (C ) Use approved thawing methods. - Pf - Observed raw goat thawing in undrained stagnant water in prep sink. - CDI - PIC opened drain and turned on cold water faucet.
37 0 Food properly labeled: original container No No No 3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. - Observed various working containers of spices on cook line lacking labels.
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 multiple live small insects near dish machine. EHS directed PIC to have licensed pest control operator focus on this area during next visit.
39 1 Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display No Yes No 3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. - REPEAT - Observed multiple large containers of yogurt stored directly on the floor of the walk-in cooler. Remove from the floor.
43 0.50 In-use utensils: properly stored No Yes 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. - REPEAT - Observed bowl stored in large dry goods container as well as scoop handles stored in direct contact with the dry goods. Store scoops with handles above the food product. Do not use bowls as scoops.
47 0 Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used No No No 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 aluminum foil lining shelving in multiple locations. Remove or replace with a cleanable material such as plastic liners.
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 food residue and debris buildup on shelving throughout facility. Clean and increase cleaning frequency to maintain clean.
55 0.50 Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean No Yes 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. - REPEAT - Observed black buildup on walls near three compartment sink. Clean or replace FRP board if unable to clean.