Out Of The Barrel

Official wording

Hot and cold water available

Inspector’s notes

Hand sink at back prep area was not providing cold water. Valve was turned off due to leak. Another available hand sink with warm and cold water nearby. [CA]: Repair cold water valve and ensure warm and cold water are available at all hand sinks at all times.

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

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

*REPEAT VIOLATION* Expired food handler certificates for two employees. [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

Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification

Inspector’s notes

1. Food safety manager certificate not provided. [CA]: Provide proof of a valid food safety manager certification. Food facilities that prepare, handle, or serve non-prepackaged Potentially Hazardous Food shall have a valid food safety manager certificate available on site for review at all times. 2. Food handler training not provided. [CA]: All employees that handle open food or food contact surfaces shall obtain valid Food Handler Cards within 30 days of employment. Food Handler Cards shall be maintained on site and available for review at all times.

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

No rodents, insects, birds, or animals

Inspector’s notes

Multiple dead cockroaches of varying life stages found in the following areas: -near dish machine -near water heater -underneath 3 comp sink at bar area No live cockroaches found after thorough inspection. PIC stated most recent pest control service occurred approximately 2 weeks prior to inspection. No pest control receipt provided. [CA]: Eliminate evidence of cockroach in a safe, effective and legal manner. Ensure food and food contact surfaces are protected from possible contamination at all times. Continue to follow pest control service recommendations and monitor for vermin activity. Discussed sealing all cracks, crevices, and gaps under any exterior doors and closing doors to prevent entry and harborage of vermin. Make available recent pest control receipts.

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

Food storage: food storage containers identified

In plain English

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