Mr Cake + Indian Bakery And Cafe

Official wording

Floor, walls, ceilings: built,maintained, clean

Inspector’s notes

THE FLOORS ARE UNCLEAN THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. [CA] CLEAN THE FLOORS

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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No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

FOUND NUMEROUS RODENT DROPPINGS ON TOP OF PLASTIC BOXES, ON SHELVES NEXT TO FOOD ITEMS, ON TABLES WHERE FOOD IS PREPARED, ON THE FLOOR IN THE BACK, . [CA] FOOD FACILITIES SHALL NOT HAVE ANY RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE PREMISES. REMOVE THE RODENT DROPPINGS, CLEAN THE FACILITY, MOVE THE EQUIPMENT TO CHECK AND SEAL ANY GAPS OR CREVICES ON THE WALLS, BELOW ENTRY DOORS, FLOORS AND CEILINGS WHERE THE RODENTS MAY BE ENTERING THE BUILDING. DISCARD ANY FOOD THAT MAY BE CONTAMINATED BY THE RODENT/RODENT DROPPINGS. REMOVE ANY UNUSED EQUIPMENT OR CLUTTER. REMOVE ANY ENCRUSTED FOOD ON THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLES, UNDER EQUIPMENT, ON THE FLOORS AND WALLS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES PRIOR TO CONTACTING THE DEPARTMENT. NOTE: ONE RE-INSPECTION WILL BE FREE OF CHARGE, IF ADDITIONAL RE-INSPECTIONS ARE NEEDED FOR THE SAME ISSUE, THEY WILL BE CHARGED AT $282 PER HOUR DURING BUSINESS HOURS, MINIMUM ONE HOUR OR $645/2-HOUR MINIMUM DURING NON-BUSINESS HOURS, AND UPON INSPECTOR AVAILABILITY. CALL MARCELA AT 408-687-3451 WHEN READY FOR A RE-INSPECTION. FOUND NUMEROUS FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AND IN THE BACK. [CA] ELIMINATE ALL FLY PRESENCE.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

MEN'S RESTROOM DO NOT HAVE SOAP IN THE WALL DISPENSER. [CA] PROVIDE SOAP. COS NO PAPER TOWELS ARE FOUND AT THE HAND WASH SINK NEAR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. [CA] PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS. COS

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.

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Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

EXCESSIVE CLUTTER FOUND IN THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AND STORAGE AREAS.[CA] REMOVE CLUTTER

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

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Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

FOUND THE FRONT DISPLAY CABINET, THE REFRIGERATORS, FREEZER AND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WITH GRIME, GREASE AND FOOD RESIDUE. [CA] CLEAN THESE ITEMS MORE OFTEN.

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.

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

THIRD TIME VIOLATION MISSING THE FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATE FOR MANAGERS. [CA] PROVIDE THE CERTIFICATE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS VIOLATION MAY RESULT IN FURTHER ENFORCEMENT ACTION.

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.

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Sewage and wastewater properly disposed

Inspector’s notes

FOUND A BUCKET WITH WASTE WATER. [CA] DISCARD THE WASTE WATER IN THE SANITARY SEWER.

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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Toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector’s notes

A gallon of bleach and spray bottle was stored on shelve with food. [CA] Store chemicals separate and away from the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces and linens.

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

Official wording

Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

Drain pipe from the food prep sink is inside the floor sink. [CA] All equipment that discharges liquid waste shall be drained by means of indirect waste pipes, and all wastes drained by them shall discharge through an air gap into a floor sink or other approved type of receptor. [SA] Provide minimum one inch of an air gap between drain pipe and floor sink. Janitorial faucet was leaking. [CA] Repair/fix janitorial faucet leakage.

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.

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Employee bag was on a shelve with food. [CA] No person shall store clothing or personal effects in any area used for the storage and preparation of food or food contact surfaces. Employee food was on shelve with store food. [CA] Employee's personal food shall be stored in a separate shelve with label PERSONAL FOOD. Dirty mop water was left in a bucket. [CA] After use, drain dirty water and mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

Official wording

Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

Inspector’s notes

Lack sanitizer test strips. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be provided to adequately measure the applicable sanitization method used during manual or mechanical warewashing.

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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Thermometers provided, accurate

Inspector’s notes

Lack probe thermometer. [CA] An accurate easily readable metal probe thermometer (accurate to +/- 2°F) that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses shall be provided and readily available to accurately measure the temperatures of potentially hazardous foods.

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.

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Build up of food grime was on containers, door handles and equipment. [CA] Clean and sanitize the kitchen area more frequently.

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.

Official wording

Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use

Inspector’s notes

Large container with coco and cake flour lack common name. [CA] Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages shall be identified with the common name of the food if not easily recognizable.

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.

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Rodent dropping were observed in the back area. [CA] Clean and sanitize area with rodent droppings. [SA] Work with your pest control service to eliminate the problem by adding traps.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

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Food separated and protected

Inspector’s notes

Open food including cakes and pastries in the walk in cooler. [CA] Food shall always be covered to prevent cross contamination.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Open bags of dry fruits and brick of white chocolate on shelve. [CA] Food can't be left open. It should be in a container or a zip lock bag.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Hand washing sink next to three-comp sink has a sanitizer bucket in it. [CA] Handwashing facility shall be clean, unobstructed, and accessible at all times. Restroom hand washing sink has a empty dispenser and paper towel are left on top of the dispenser. [CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels.

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.

Official wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector’s notes

Toilet tissue roll was left outside the dispenser because PIC did not know how to installed. [CA] Toilet tissue shall be provided in a permanently installed dispenser at each toilet.

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.

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

Food Safety Certification is not available for review. [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. Employee lack food handler cards. [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.

Official wording

Warewash facilities: installed/maintained; test strips

Inspector’s notes

Lack of test strips for measuring sanitizer concentration. [CA] Testing equipment and materials shall be readily available at all times.

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.

Official wording

Food storage: food storage containers identified

Inspector’s notes

Bagged/boxed food found stored directly on the floor. [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.

Official wording

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

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.

Official wording

Premises clean, in good repair; Personal/chemical storage; Adequate vermin-proofing

Inspector’s notes

Unused equipment found stored in the facility. [CA] Storage room shall be free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the facility, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

Official wording

Adequate handwash facilities supplied, accessible

Inspector’s notes

Lack of single use paper towels in dispenser (kitchen).[CA] Single-use sanitary towels shall be provided in dispensers; heated-air hand drying device may be substituted for single-use towels. [COS]

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.

Official wording

Plumbing approved, installed, in good repair; proper backflow devices

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing found to be leaking at 3 compartment sink. Condensation line at walk-in refrigerator is not properly plumbed. [CA] All plumbing and plumbing fixtures shall be installed in compliance with applicable local plumbing ordinances, shall be maintained so as to prevent any contamination, and shall be kept clean, fully operative, and in good repair.

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.

Official wording

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Dead cockroach found on wall near 3 compartment sink. [CA] Clean and sanitize area of dead cockroaches or old droppings. Drain flies found at 3 compartment sink. [CA] Food facility shall be kept free of non-disease carrying insects, weevils, ants, gnats, and fruit flies.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

Official wording

Nonfood contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s notes

Buildup/grime found on equipment including refrigerators.[CA] Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

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.