Gibsons Italia

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REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED SHELLSTOCK TAG (LOT # 6162010.WS10.208034) WITH INCORRECT DATE WHEN LAST SHELLSTOCK FROM THE CONTAINER WAS SOLD RECORDED ON THE TAG; LAST-SOLD DATE WRITTEN ON TAG 6/20, CORRECT LAST-SOLD DATE 6/21. SPECIFIC SHELLSTOCK TAG RELEVANT TO COMPLAINT. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL SHELLSTOCK TAGS WITH THE DATE WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK FROM THE CONTAINER IS SOLD OR SERVED ON THE TAG OR LABEL AND MAINTAIN ACCURATE LAST-SOLD DATE LABELS AT ALL TIMES. PERSON-IN-CHARGE CORRECTED LAST-SOLD DATE LISTED ON SHELLSTOCK TAG ON-SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED SPRAY NOZZLE HOSE AT THE LARGE HIGH-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AREA IN POOR REPAIR, TIED TO PREVENT HANGING BENEATH FLOOD RIM OF SINK BASIN AND LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SPRAY NOZZLE HOSE TO PREVENT NOZZLE HANGING BENEATH FLOOD RIM OF SINK BASIN AND ELIMINATE LEAK AND MAINTAIN.

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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APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FROZEN SHRIMP THAWING UNDER RUNNING WATER, NOT FULLY SUBMERGED. INSTRUCTED TO THAW TCS FOOD ITEMS UNDER RUNNING WATER SUCH THAT LOOSE PARTICLES ARE AGITATED AND REMOVED IN OVERFLOW AND MAINTAIN.

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.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED VENTILATION HOOD COVER ABOVE DISH MACHINE ON THE 2ND FLOOR WAREWASHING AREA SOILED WITH DUST DEBRIS, HEAVILY BENT AND NO LONGER EASILY-CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE 2ND FLOOR WAREWASHING AREA VENTILATION HOOD COVER AND MAINTAIN ALL PHYSICAL FACILITIES IN EASILY-CLEANABLE.

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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PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Inspector’s notes

TCS food held at improper temperature, found a large 20 quart container of Lobster bisque soup at 52.3f, soup container placed in walk-in cooler a day before. Instructed manager to keep all cold TCS foods held at 41f or lower. Soup discarded valued at $100. Priority violation 7-38-005.

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.

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PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Inspector’s notes

Improper cooling method of thick soup that is kept tightly covered in a large 20 quart container in walk-in cooler. Instructed to use smaller containers and cover loosely to facilitate cooling down. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

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.

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PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE

Inspector’s notes

Open drinks for staff above clean utensils, Instructed to keep away.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

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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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

Inspector’s notes

High Temp conveyor dish machine not sanitizing at final rinse, maximum temp at 142f at dish surface. Instructed to provide proper sanitizer temperature at final rinse. Priority violation 7-38-025.

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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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

Bulk food not labeled, (sugar, salt....) instructed to instructed to label.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

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PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

Inspector’s notes

Food handlers not wearing hair restraints, instructed to wear.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

Fly traps mounted above food prep tables, instructed to remove. No insect control devices can be placed above open food nor clean utensil.

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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VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS

Inspector’s notes

No variance on site for vacuum packaging raw meat, found 2 lbs of portioned 6-7 oz raw beef in walk-in cooler that was vacuumed packaged on site for more than 48hrs. No package date on bags. Instructed manager to discontinue using vacuum packaging machine until obtaining proper variance for the office of CDPH. food discarded valued at $200.

In plain English

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

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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

Obstructed Hand wash sink at bar prep area, found a cutting board placed on top on hand wash sink while the bar tender preparing drinks and condiments, Instructed manager to keep all hand wash sinks accessible. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).

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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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

Bulk food container ( salt ) not labeled, instructed to label and maintain.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

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UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

Inspector’s notes

Deli cups not air dried after washing and staking, Instructed to air dry.

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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HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED

Inspector’s notes

Observed a dish washer loading soiled dishes in dish machine then wiping hands with soiled towel and then picking up clean dishes after. Instructed manager to have employees wash hands when required. Priority violation 7-38-010.

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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IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

Inspector’s notes

Ice scoop placed in ice bin above ice cubes, instructed to keep off cubes.

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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UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

Inspector’s notes

Multi-use utensils not air dried after washing, found several deli cups stack while wet.

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 PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

Bulk food not labeled ( flour, salt...) instructed to label.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

Found about 40 live fruit flies at 2nd FL kitchen, instructed to eliminate insects activity, pest control service recommended. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (A)

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.