Routine Inspection
Jun 25, 2025
4 recorded violations
Official wording
Proper hot and cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s notes
Observed raw shelled eggs stored on top of preparation unit in front preparation area. Per PIC, they had been out for about an hour. [CA] PHFs shall be held at 41°F or below or at 135°F or above. [COS] Eggs placed back into walk in fridge.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial wording
Food contact surfaces clean, sanitized
Inspector’s notes
Observed employee cleaning dishes. Employee rinsed equipment in sanitizer and placed out to dry. [CA] Manual sanitization shall be accomplished in the final sanitizing rinse by contacting a chlorine solution of 100 PPM concentration for at least 30 seconds or by contacting a quaternary ammonium solution of 200 PPM concentration for at least 60 seconds.
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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Demonstration of knowledge; food safety certification
Inspector’s notes
Food handler card was not available for an employee in the kitchen. [CA] Each food handler shall maintain a valid food handler card for the duration of his or her employment as food handler available for review. 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.
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Equipment, utensils, linens: Proper storage and use
Inspector’s notes
Cups used as scoops in bulk sugar and flour/corn starch containers. [CA] Provide scoops with handles 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 record from Santa Clara County Department of Environmental Health, Jun 25, 2025 · Original Source