See Thru Chinese Kitchen

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PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

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FOUND FOOD HANDLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND HANDLING FOOD.

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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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

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FOUND THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER RUSTED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAITNAIN A SMOOTH, RUST-FREE AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

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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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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FOUND THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER, THE EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS AND THE SHELVES IN THE FRONT COUNTER AREA WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

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FOUND THE TOILET ROOMS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TOILETS AND MAINTAIN.

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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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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FOUND THE FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF THE WALK IN COOLERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

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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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

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FOUND ALL OF THE FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VALID FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES.

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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.

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

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OBSERVED LARGE CAN OPENER WITH THE BLUE BALL HANDLE IN THE REAR DISH WASHING/PREP AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DARK GRIME. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION WHEN OPENING CANS OF FOOD.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

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OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN DRY STORAGE AREA WHERE THE DRINKS ARE MADE IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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OBSERVED THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT FLOOR WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS...ALSO OBSERVED THE SHELVING WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, RUST AND FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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OBSERVED FLOORS AND WALLS IN REAR DISH/PREP AREA AS WELL AS FRONT FOOD PREP/SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, HEAVY GREASE, FOOD SPLATTER ON ALL SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.

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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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

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OBSERVED HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM AND FILTERS WITH A BUILD UP OF DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

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OBSERVED LARGE CAN OPENER WITH THE BLUE BALL HANDLE IN THE REAR DISH WASHING/PREP AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DARK GRIME. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION WHEN OPENING CANS OF FOOD.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

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OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN DRY STORAGE AREA WHERE THE DRINKS ARE MADE IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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OBSERVED THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT FLOOR WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS...ALSO OBSERVED THE SHELVING WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, RUST AND FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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OBSERVED FLOORS AND WALLS IN REAR DISH/PREP AREA AS WELL AS FRONT FOOD PREP/SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, HEAVY GREASE, FOOD SPLATTER ON ALL SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.

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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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

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OBSERVED HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM AND FILTERS WITH A BUILD UP OF DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

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OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION ON SITE FOR JIAN ZHANG CAO. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE.

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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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

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ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF PROPER LABELING INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

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FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN

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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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

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ALL DISPENSORS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLENING TONREMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

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WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEANING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE CORRECT AND MAINTAIN

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 & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

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LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUID UP INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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 INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

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LEAK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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FLOORS THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

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ALL HEAT VENTS AND CEILING AREA AROUND IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUSR BUILD UP INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

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BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS MUST BE IN IN GOOD CONDITION AND LABELED WITH COMMODITY NAME. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

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INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

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ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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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IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

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ALL KNIVES MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER NOT BETWEEN THE WALL AND REACH IN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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 & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

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CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING DUE TO WORN AND DISCOLORATION. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD AND GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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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GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

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OUTSIDE GREASE AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD SPLATTERS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

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HOOD VENTS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

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HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA OBSTRUCTED. UNABLE TO GET TO SINK TO WASH MY HANDS. SINK WAS OBSTRUCTED BY TABLES. MANAGER STATES WE DON'T USE SINK. SINK MUST BE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES TO WASH HANDS MANAGER REMOVED TABLE TO ALLOW HANDWASHING. FRONT PREP HANDSINK WITH LARGE LEAK AT P-TRAP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED

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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PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

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FOUND THE FOLLOWING AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: BEEF 64.4 DEGREES 50 LBS, SHRIMP 63.2 DEG 40 LBS, CHICKEN 62.5 DEGREES 40 LBS, ALL PROTEIN ITEMS HAVE BEEN DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. TOTAL VALUE $250.00 130 LBS PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

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

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WALK IN COOLER AT AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 65.4 DEGREES. COOLER IS BEING TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT CDPH FOR REINSPECTION OF WALK IN COOLER WHEN CORRECTED. ALL TCS FOOD MUST BE STORED IN SMALLER REACH IN COOLERS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

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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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

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BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS MUST BE IN IN GOOD CONDITION AND LABELED WITH COMMODITY NAME. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

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INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

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ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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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IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

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ALL KNIVES MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER NOT BETWEEN THE WALL AND REACH IN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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 & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

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LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF REPLACING OR DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE LARGE AMOUNTS OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD AND GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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 INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

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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GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

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OUTSIDE GREASE AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD SPLATTERS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

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HOOD VENTS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

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OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE THE PIC CERTIFIED WITH A VALID CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

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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CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

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OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TCS FOOD (RICE 159.4F) PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.

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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PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

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OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2583101 DATED 10/10/2023 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: #39. OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT COVERED IN REAR STORAGE AREA, FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL BULK CONTAINERS AND ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR. #47. OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS ON PREP COOLER DOORS. OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON SHELVING UNITS IN COOLERS AND BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. #49. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE, FOOD BUILDUP AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BULK CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #55. OBSERVED EXCESS CARDBOARD STORED ON FLOOR NEAR WALK-IN FREEZER, ALONG WALLS NEAR REAR CLOSET, ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE. #55. OBSERVED OPENINGS IN WALLS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, MISSING WALL PANELS IN REAR PREP AREA, STAINED CEILING TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. #55. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, FOOD SPILLS ON WALLS PREP AREA. OBSERVED WATER AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS AND WALLS IN ALL AREAS. #56. OBSERVED LOOSE LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED

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

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EXCESS CARDBOARD STORED ON FLOOR NEAR WALK-IN FREEZER, ALONG WALLS NEAR REAR CLOSET, ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE.

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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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

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OBSERVED LOOSE LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

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OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT COVERED IN REAR STORAGE AREA, FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL BULK CONTAINERS AND ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

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

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OBSERVED CUTTING BOARS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RE-WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE AND STORE ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

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 & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS ON PREP COOLER DOORS. OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON SHELVING UNITS IN COOLERS AND BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE, FOOD BUILDUP AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BULK CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DRAINPIPE LEAKING UNDER FRONT HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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.