Routine Inspection
Jan 7, 2025
6 recorded violations
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Food separated and protected
Inspector’s notes
Observed cloth linen used to cover food item at cooks line. [CA] Discontinue using cloth linen, use approved covers.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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Equipment, utensils: Approved, in good repair, adequate capacity
Inspector’s notes
1. Found missing microwave handle. [CA] Provide handle. 2. Found a loose CO2 tank in dry storage room. [CA] Secure CO2 tank to rigid structure to prevent accidental discharge.
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.
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Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Found black like substance on white interior panel of ice machine. [CA] Routinely clean.
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.
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Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
1. Found leaking faucet at warewash sink spray nozzle and in middle goose neck faucet. Observed a bag used to contain leak. [CA] Repair leak. 2. Found 1-compartment sink drain line directly in floor sink. [CA] Provide a minimum of 1 inch air gap between drain line and floor sink.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
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Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible
Inspector’s notes
Found the ONLY hand wash station at warewash station blocked by spray bottle and other items. [CA] Ensure hand wash station is accessible at all times. [COS] Operator directed to relocate items from hand sink.
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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.
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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
1. Lacking food handlers card on site. [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. 2. Observed expired food handlers card. [CA] Renew food handlers card.
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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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jan 7, 2025 · Original Source