Benevento's

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple staff working with RTE to foods observed missing proper hair restraint. Provide

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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(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC to provide active managerial controls and train staff on violations noted on the inspection report

In plain English

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

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Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Shell tags observed not kept in chronological order and missing last sold date. Stored as discussed during the inspection.

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 Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple storage containers observed missing labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers

In plain English

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

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Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple containers of prepped foods observed missing date marking. Provide made/ discard before storing and as discussed during the inspection

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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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)

Inspector’s notes

Bar low temp diswasher observed st 00ppm. Repair to read at minimum concentration. Multiple attemps and no sucess . Staff to refrain from using the low temp diswasher

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.

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Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

3 door in line cold unit observed at 63F. All foods were removed and placed in a working unit at 37F thermometer inside

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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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Interior of 2 upright cold unit in the lower level observed soiled from visible food spills. Clean & sanitize 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.

Official wording

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple staff working with RTE to foods observed missing proper hair restraint. Provide

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.

Official wording

(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

PIC to provide active managerial controls and train staff on violations noted on the inspection report

In plain English

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

Official wording

Shell stock Maintaining Identification (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Shell tags observed not kept in chronological order and missing last sold date. Stored as discussed during the inspection.

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 Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple storage containers observed missing labels. Provide labels when removed from original containers

In plain English

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

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Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Date Marking (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Multiple containers of prepped foods observed missing date marking. Provide made/ discard before storing and as discussed during the inspection

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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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment Chemical Sanitization-Temperature pH Concentration and Hardness (P)

Inspector’s notes

Bar low temp diswasher observed st 00ppm. Repair to read at minimum concentration. Multiple attemps and no sucess . Staff to refrain from using the low temp diswasher

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

Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment (C)

Inspector’s notes

3 door in line cold unit observed at 63F. All foods were removed and placed in a working unit at 37F thermometer inside

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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(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector’s notes

Interior of 2 upright cold unit in the lower level observed soiled from visible food spills. Clean & sanitize 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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Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Current commercial dumpster is missing the entire lid - replace

In plain English

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

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Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean out the slop sink area from obnoxious odors

In plain English

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

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Covering Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cover sall receptacles after each use - clean throughout the day or at the end of the day as discussed

In plain English

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

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Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Current commercial dumpster is missing the entire lid - replace

In plain English

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

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(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Again post current copies of current food safety and allergen certificates on sitem with matching names

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

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside and outside of all freezer / refrigeration units - exterior of all cooking equipment from visible food spills stains and soils

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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Storage of Soiled Linens (C)

Inspector’s notes

Recommending a new vessel to store your soiled linen in as the current container doesn';t hav e a cover / barrier to reduce rodent activity

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

Service Sink (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean out the slop sink area from obnoxious odors

In plain English

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

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Grease Trap(C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all rusted areas where needed

In plain English

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

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Covering Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Cover sall receptacles after each use - clean throughout the day or at the end of the day as discussed

In plain English

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

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Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

The dumpster / alleyway area behind the restaurant needs to be maintained thnroughout the entire day every day

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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Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

The dumpster in the alleyway is missing the entire lid - needs to be peplaced Thne lid needs to be closed all the times when not in use - address immediately

In plain English

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

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Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Rodent droppings noted in the alleyway where the dumper / trash area that is missing the lid - replace

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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(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Again post current copies of current food safety and allergen certificates on sitem with matching names

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

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside and outside of all freezer / refrigeration units - exterior of all cooking equipment from visible food spills stains and soils

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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Storage of Soiled Linens (C)

Inspector’s notes

Recommending a new vessel to store your soiled linen in as the current container doesn';t hav e a cover / barrier to reduce rodent activity

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

Grease Trap(C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all rusted areas where needed

In plain English

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

Official wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

The dumpster / alleyway area behind the restaurant needs to be maintained thnroughout the entire day every day

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.

Official wording

Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

The dumpster in the alleyway is missing the entire lid - needs to be peplaced Thne lid needs to be closed all the times when not in use - address immediately

In plain English

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

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Rodent droppings noted in the alleyway where the dumper / trash area that is missing the lid - replace

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

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Post current copies or the food safety and allergen awareness certificates are on site - ensure the names match one another

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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Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Address the menu items offered under cooked where needed

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.

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Resurface all rusted shelving units where needed under prep tables and basement locations

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

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment in the kitchen all smaller table top appliances from visible food spills stains and soils

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

Grease Trap(C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove all visible stains and soils

In plain English

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

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Area Enclosures and Receptacles Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean underneath the dumpsters and trash bins in the alleyway behind the restaurant from loose trash and debris

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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Covering Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Keep the lids closed tightly after use for the dumpsters and any other trash bins being used

In plain English

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

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Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside and outside of all visibly soiled trash bins to mremove obnoxious odors

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

Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Maintain clean after use to reduce potential rodent activity -

In plain English

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

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Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean floors walls and ceiling tiles and the blades of the ceiling fans to mremove all visible food spills stains and soils

In plain English

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

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(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Post current copies or the food safety and allergen awareness certificates are on site - ensure the names match one another

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

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Address the menu items offered under cooked where needed

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.

Official wording

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Resurface all rusted shelving units where needed under prep tables and basement locations

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

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside and outside of all refrigeration / freezer units - exterior of all cooking equipment in the kitchen all smaller table top appliances from visible food spills stains and soils

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

Grease Trap(C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove all visible stains and soils

In plain English

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

Official wording

Area Enclosures and Receptacles Good Repair (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean underneath the dumpsters and trash bins in the alleyway behind the restaurant from loose trash and debris

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.

Official wording

Covering Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Keep the lids closed tightly after use for the dumpsters and any other trash bins being used

In plain English

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

Official wording

Cleaning Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean inside and outside of all visibly soiled trash bins to mremove obnoxious odors

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

Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Maintain clean after use to reduce potential rodent activity -

In plain English

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

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean floors walls and ceiling tiles and the blades of the ceiling fans to mremove all visible food spills stains and soils

In plain English

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

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Visible signs of rodent activity as well as a roden t sighting in the rear alleyway - address with IPM reports and have available for the reinspection

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

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

All prep cooks shall wear the proper hair restraints when working with foods

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.

Official wording

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace soiled aprons throughout the day as needed

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

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Post seperate food safety certificates from your sister restaurant directly beside the " Benevento's " here on Salem Street

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

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Address as we discussed during inspection

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.

Official wording

Wood Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all splintered wooden utensils with burn marks on the ends

In plain English

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

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace all cutting boards with visible deep lacerations as we discussed

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

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace compromised chlorine test strips as discussed

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

Grease Trap(C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove visible grease and grime where needed

In plain English

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

Official wording

Storage Refuse Recyclables and Returnable (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the exterior of the grease barrels stored in the alleyway behind the restaurant

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.

Official wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Address

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.

Official wording

Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure the lid to the dumpster after each use throughout the day

In plain English

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

Official wording

Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Visible signs of rodent activity as well as a roden t sighting in the rear alleyway - address with IPM reports and have available for the reinspection

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

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Address all open areas of the floors and walls were potential rodent activity can enter into

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.

Official wording

Drying Mops (C)

Inspector’s notes

Elevate off the floors a miimum of six inches after each use

In plain English

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

Official wording

Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Inspector’s notes

Replace soiled aprons throughout the day as needed

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

Effectiveness-Hair Restraints (C)

Inspector’s notes

All prep cooks shall wear the proper hair restraints when working with foods

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.

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

Post seperate food safety certificates from your sister restaurant directly beside the " Benevento's " here on Salem Street

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

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Address as we discussed during inspection

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.

Official wording

Wood Use Limitation (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove all splintered wooden utensils with burn marks on the ends

In plain English

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

Official wording

Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace all cutting boards with visible deep lacerations as we discussed

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

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace compromised chlorine test strips as discussed

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

Grease Trap(C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove visible grease and grime where needed

In plain English

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

Official wording

Storage Refuse Recyclables and Returnable (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean the exterior of the grease barrels stored in the alleyway behind the restaurant

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.

Official wording

Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector’s notes

Address

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.

Official wording

Outside Receptacles (C)

Inspector’s notes

Ensure the lid to the dumpster after each use throughout the day

In plain English

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

Official wording

Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector’s notes

Address all open areas of the floors and walls were potential rodent activity can enter into

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.

Official wording

Drying Mops (C)

Inspector’s notes

Elevate off the floors a miimum of six inches after each use

In plain English

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

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

No current food safety certificate on site -address

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

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

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 Prohibited Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove clean linen being stored underneath the dusty stairway

In plain English

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

Official wording

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Several meniu items not properly identied with the proper disclosure / reminder - address

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.

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace missing chlorine test strips

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 Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clearly label to identify all bulk food storage bins as well as all clear plastic spray bottles to properly identify the contents

In plain English

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

Official wording

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove visible grease and grime inside the vents of the hood - - sticker for hood is due to be professionally cleaned

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.

Official wording

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean exterior of all refrigeration / freezer units - inside and outside of all freezer / refrigeration units shelves underneath prep tables - bulk food storage bins from all visible food spills

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

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean underneath and behind all in line cooking equipment in the kitchen as well as all corners of the kitchen floor from visible soils

In plain English

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

Official wording

Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Replace missing chlorine test strips

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

Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean exterior of all refrigeration / freezer units - inside and outside of all freezer / refrigeration units shelves underneath prep tables - bulk food storage bins from all visible food spills

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

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean to remove visible grease and grime inside the vents of the hood - - sticker for hood is due to be professionally cleaned

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.

Official wording

(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector’s notes

No current food safety certificate on site -address

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

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clearly label to identify all bulk food storage bins as well as all clear plastic spray bottles to properly identify the contents

In plain English

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

Official wording

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

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 Prohibited Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Remove clean linen being stored underneath the dusty stairway

In plain English

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

Official wording

Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw Undercooked or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens (Pf)

Inspector’s notes

Several meniu items not properly identied with the proper disclosure / reminder - address

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.

Official wording

Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector’s notes

Clean underneath and behind all in line cooking equipment in the kitchen as well as all corners of the kitchen floor from visible soils

In plain English

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