Routine Inspection
Jun 4, 2025
8 recorded violations
Official wording
Plan review
Inspector’s notes
Observed two new equipment pieces in the facility that were not approved by the Department of Environmental Health. 1. Above counter steam hot plate unit 2. A unit with 15 holder units to make rice. [CA] A person proposing to build or remodel a food facility shall submit plans and specifications for review and shall receive plan approval prior to starting any new construction or remodeling. Contact DEH at 408-918-3400 or at www.ehinfo.org or dehplancheck@deh.sccgov.org to obtain plan check requirements. Plans shall be submitted by 6/18/25 for approval or equipment may be impounded.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial wording
Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Lack of a food manager certificate in the facility. [CA] Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged potentially hazard foods shall have a valid Food Safety Certificate available for review at all times. Lack of food handler cards in the facility. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler. A valid food handler card shall be provided within 30 days of after the date of hire.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial wording
Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Lack of paper towels at hand wash sink in the kitchen. [CA] Provide single use paper towels in dispensers at all times. [COS] Paper towels restocked.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial wording
Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips
Inspector’s notes
Lack of chlorine test strips. [CA] Provide chlorine test strips.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Observed black residue on cutting board/prep board and prep unit in front of cookline. It is not actively being used at this time. [CA] All food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned as required. Clean and sanitize the prep board. [COS] PIC had an employee taken the board apart to clean at warewash sink.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Observed a cup without handle used to scoop rice. [CA] Use a scoop with handle and store scoop handle in such a way that the handle does not come in direct contact with food to prevent contamination.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial wording
Food storage: food storage containers identified
Inspector’s notes
Observed food containers and buckets stored on floor in walk in cooler and walk in freezer. [CA] Food shall be stored at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial wording
Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw eggs store above ready to eat food items. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from cross-contamination. Store all raw meat or other raw products of animal origin below ready-to-eat food items. Observed empty utensils and equipment stored in the back hallway of the facility that is shared with another facility. [CA] All food shall be separated and protected from possible contamination. Maintain all the utensils and equipment within the facility.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 4, 2025 · Original Source