majorCode MN Rule 4626.0400AFood source and labeling
Official wording
Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held for more than 24 hours. Day one is the day the food was made.
Inspector’s notes
Large containers of cooked chicken and sauces were missing date mark. Date mark all items in storage mode.
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.
Cool cooked TCS food: • Within two hours from 135 to 70 degrees F, and • Within a total of six hours from 135 to 41 degrees F or less
Inspector’s notes
The facility was cooling curry sauce from the night before. The sauce was measured at 47 F, indicating that the product did not cool properly. Discarded.
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.
The facility was cooling their curry sauce in a large bin. Discontinue. Use smaller, shallow pans.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0105AFood source and labeling
Official wording
In food preparation or dish washing areas, employees must not eat, drink from an unapproved container, or use tobacco.
Inspector’s notes
Open employee beverages were found on the service line. Provide covered containers.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0400AFood source and labeling
Official wording
Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held for more than 24 hours. Day one is the day the food was made.
Inspector’s notes
Large containers of cooked chicken and sauces were missing date mark. Date mark all items in storage mode.
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.
Have an item to verify the surface temperature of dishes reaches 160 degrees F inside mechanical hot water dishwashers.
Inspector’s notes
The facility could not locate their high temperature indicator for their high temperature dish machine. Provide and use.
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.
Cool cooked TCS food: • Within two hours from 135 to 70 degrees F, and • Within a total of six hours from 135 to 41 degrees F or less
Inspector’s notes
The facility was cooling onion sauce from the night before. The sauce was measured at 50 F, indicating that the product did not cool properly. Discarded.
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.
The facility was cooling their onion sauce in a large bin. Discontinue. Use smaller, shallow pans.
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.
minorCode MCO 188.390Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.
Inspector’s notes
The current license was not posted. Post.
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.
Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.
Inspector’s notes
The facility was storing a container of salmon in the sink. Discontinue and keep sink open at all times. The salmon was moved to an approved area.
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.
Keep at each handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks one of: • A supply of disposable towels • A continuous towel system • An approved air temperature hand drying device
Inspector’s notes
The hand sink near the dish machine was out of hand towels. Stock at all times.
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.
Discontinue operating the ventilation system with the filters removed.
Inspector’s notes
The facility was operating their hood with some of the filters removed. Have all filters in when running the hood. The facility replaced the missing hood filters.
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.
Clean food contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment, including microwave ovens, at least every 24 hours.
Inspector’s notes
The microwave had food debris build up. Clean.
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.
Protect food from cross-contamination by using packages or covered containers.
Inspector’s notes
Food in the storage mode in the walk-in cooler were uncovered. Cover food in the walk-in cooler.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0400AFood source and labeling
Official wording
Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held for more than 24 hours. Day one is the day the food was made.
Inspector’s notes
Cooked products in the walk-in cooler were missing date marking. Date mark all TCS products.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
The facility could not locate their quat test strips. Provide.
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.
Have an item to verify the surface temperature of dishes reaches 160 degrees F inside mechanical hot water dishwashers.
Inspector’s notes
The facility could not locate their high temperature indicator for their high temperature dish machine. Provide and use.
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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
Tandoori Chicken and Cicken Curry were measured at 43 F and 45 F in the middle prep cooler across from the hood. The product was moved. The cooler is to be adjusted.
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.
minorCode MCO 188.390Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.
Inspector’s notes
The business license was not posted. Post.
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.
Cool cooked TCS food: • Within two hours from 135 to 70 degrees F, and • Within a total of six hours from 135 to 41 degrees F or less
Inspector’s notes
Tomato sauce was measured at 47 F and curry 51 F cooling from the night before. The product did not cool properly. Food discarded. Use more effective means to cool. Also, staff should be checking temperatures during to cooling process to see if parameters are being met. Attached is a cooling log.
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.
The facility was cooling in too large containers. Observed hot product cooling in large storage bins. Product will not hit cooling parameters in such large of containers. The facility must use a more effective means, like shallow pans and ice wands.
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.
Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.
Inspector’s notes
There was food located in the kitchen handwashing sink. Use only for handwashing.
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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
The following items were measured above 41 in the left prep unit. -Samosas 47 F. Lower the unit. That day after the inspection the person in charge sent a risk control plan on how to address this issue.
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.
minorCode MCO 188.390Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.
Inspector’s notes
The current business license is not posted. Post.
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.
The city council finds that discarded packaging from foods and beverages constitutes a significant and growing portion of the waste in Minneapolis' waste stream. Regulation of food and beverage packaging, therefore, is a necessary part of any effort to encourage a recyclable and compostable waste stream, thereby reducing the disposal of solid waste and the economic and environmental costs of waste management for the citizens of Minneapolis and others working or doing business in Minneapolis. The council further finds that plastic packaging is rapidly replacing other packaging material, and that most plastic packaging used for foods and beverages is nondegradable, nonreturnable and nonrecyclable. The council also finds that the two (2) main processes used to dispose of discarded nondegradable, nonreturnable and nonrecyclable plastic foods and beverage packaging, are land filling and incineration, both of which should be minimized for environmental reasons. The council therefore finds that the minimization of nondegradable, nonreturnable and nonrecyclable food and beverage packaging originating at retail food establishments within the City of Minneapolis is necessary and desirable in order to reduce the city's waste stream, so as to reduce the volume of landfilled waste, to minimize toxic by-products of incineration, to make the waste stream less damaging to the environment, and to make our city and neighboring communities more environmentally sound places to live. (89-Or-060,§ 1, 3-31-89; 96-Or-059,§ 1, 6-28-96)
Inspector’s notes
The to go coffee cups were Plastic (PE) lined. Replace with compostable or recyclable cups.
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.
Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s notes
Raw chicken was stored above cooked product. Discontinue. Chicken was moved to a bottom shelf.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0500BCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Remove single-service and single-use articles made from materials that are unsafe and unclean.
Inspector’s notes
Food found in the freezer that was stored directly in shopping bags. Discontinue. Store food in food grade bags.
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.
Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.
Inspector’s notes
The bathrooms did not have employee handwashing signage. Post.
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.
Remove frozen fish from the reduced oxygen package prior to thawing under refrigeration or immediately after thawing if using the running water method of thawing.
Inspector’s notes
Fish that was thawing in the walk-in cooler did not cut the packaging to reintroduce oxygen. Cut fish packaging when thawing. Read and follow the instruction on the packaging.
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.
Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.
Inspector’s notes
Food thawing was stored directly in the kitchen hand sink. Discontinue. Keep accessible at all times. The food was moved. The hand sink in the dish room was blocked by a garbage. Keep accessible at all times. The garbage was moved. In the basement. There was a hose connected to the faucet of the handwashing sink. Discontinue. Only use hand sink for washing hands.
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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
The following items were measured above 41 F: -Samosas 53F and fired onion 56 F in the left prep line. -Chickpea 50F, Curry 44F, Tomato sauce 44 F. in the right line prep line. Items discarded. Unit adjusted. This violation and these coolers are repeat violations. Develop a written compliance plan of how the violation will be addressed. Citations will be issued for future non-compliance.
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.
Thaw TCS food by one of the following methods: • Inside a refrigerator • Kept completely under running water of 70 degrees F or less. The food must remain at 41 degrees F or less. • In a microwave oven • As part of the cooking process
Inspector’s notes
The facility was thawing product without running water in the handwashing sink. Use one of the methods above to thaw.
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.
minorCode MCO 188.390Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.
Inspector’s notes
The current business licensing was not posted. Post. Contact MPLS business licensing to obtain a copy (612-673-2080).
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.
The city council finds that discarded packaging from foods and beverages constitutes a significant and growing portion of the waste in Minneapolis' waste stream. Regulation of food and beverage packaging, therefore, is a necessary part of any effort to encourage a recyclable and compostable waste stream, thereby reducing the disposal of solid waste and the economic and environmental costs of waste management for the citizens of Minneapolis and others working or doing business in Minneapolis. The council further finds that plastic packaging is rapidly replacing other packaging material, and that most plastic packaging used for foods and beverages is nondegradable, nonreturnable and nonrecyclable. The council also finds that the two (2) main processes used to dispose of discarded nondegradable, nonreturnable and nonrecyclable plastic foods and beverage packaging, are land filling and incineration, both of which should be minimized for environmental reasons. The council therefore finds that the minimization of nondegradable, nonreturnable and nonrecyclable food and beverage packaging originating at retail food establishments within the City of Minneapolis is necessary and desirable in order to reduce the city's waste stream, so as to reduce the volume of landfilled waste, to minimize toxic by-products of incineration, to make the waste stream less damaging to the environment, and to make our city and neighboring communities more environmentally sound places to live. (89-Or-060,§ 1, 3-31-89; 96-Or-059,§ 1, 6-28-96)
Inspector’s notes
The coffee cups were not recyclable or compostable. Replace.
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.
Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s notes
Raw fish and chicken were stored directly above raw onions in the walk in cooler. Discontinue storing raw proteins above vegetables. Product was moved.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0500BCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Remove single-service and single-use articles made from materials that are unsafe and unclean.
Inspector’s notes
Frozen raw lamb was stored in shopping bags. Discontinue. Store products in food grade containers or bags.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0275CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Store in-use food preparation and serving utensils only on clean, sanitized surfaces.
Inspector’s notes
In-use knives were stored between the prep table and side of equipment on the prep line. Discontinue and store in a clean location. Knife was moved.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.1085ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Provide a pressure type vacuum breaker device on water supply lines used for water pressure cleaning systems, recoil hose reels, flex hose water supplies, or other situations where the control valve is located downstream from the water supply source. Atmospheric vacuum breakers are prohibited in these applications.
Inspector’s notes
In the basement. There was a hose connected to the faucet of the handwashing sink. There was no backflow preventer installed. Discontinue.
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.
Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.
Inspector’s notes
There were no employee handwashing signage in the bathrooms. Post.
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.
Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.
Inspector’s notes
The handwashing sink was blocked by a garbage. Keep hand sink accessible at all times.
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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
Samosas and fried onion were measured at 50 F and 49 F in the main prep line. Discarded. Lower unit.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0400AFood source and labeling
Official wording
Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held for more than 24 hours. Day one is the day the food was made.
Inspector’s notes
The facility was missing date marking for food prepared on-site. Date mark TCS food.
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
The facility had black plastic to go containers. Black plastic is not recyclable. Change containers to clear or white plastic. Styrofoam cups were found in the kitchen. Remove. Replace with recyclable or compostable cups.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Cool cooked TCS food: • Within two hours from 135 to 70 degrees F, and • Within a total of six hours from 135 to 41 degrees F or less
Inspector’s notes
Tomato sauce was measured at 60 F cooling and another sauce was measured at 44 F cooling from the night before. The product did not cool properly. Food discarded. Use more effective means to cool. Also, staff should be checking temperatures during to cooling process to see if parameters are being met. Attached is a cooling lo
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.
The facility was cooling in too large containers. Observed hot product cooling in large storage bins. Product will not hit cooling parameters in such large of containers. The facility must use a more effective means, like shallow pans and ice wands.
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.
Protect food from cross-contamination by using packages or covered containers.
Inspector’s notes
Many food items in the walk-in cooler were uncovered after the cooling process occurred. After the product is cooled, the facility must cover the food and date the 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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
The facility could not locate their chlorine test strips. Provide chlorine test strips. The test strips might be for pH, also, the they did not have a color chart to indicate what concentration the solution is.
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.
Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.
Inspector’s notes
Items were being stored in the hand sink at the time of the inspection. Keep hand sink open and accessible at all times.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
The facility could not locate their chlorine test strips. Provide 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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0400AFood source and labeling
Official wording
Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held for more than 24 hours. Day one is the day the food was made.
Inspector’s notes
The facility was missing date marking for food prepared on-site. Date mark TCS food.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0270ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food must not come in contact with equipment and utensil surfaces that are not cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s notes
Dishes were being stored and soaked in the prep sink. Store dishes in the 3-compartment sink.
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
The facility had black plastic to go containers. Black plastic is not recyclable. Change containers to clear or white plastic. Styrofoam cups were found in the kitchen. Remove. Replace with recyclable or compostable cups.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Cool cooked TCS food: • Within two hours from 135 to 70 degrees F, and • Within a total of six hours from 135 to 41 degrees F or less
Inspector’s notes
The facility was cooling in too large containers. Observed hot product cooling in large storage bins. Product will not hit cooling parameters in such large of containers. The facility must use a more effective means, like shallow pans and ice wands.
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.
Tomato sauce was measured at 45 F cooling from the night before. The product did not cool properly. Food discarded. Use more effective means to cool. Also, staff should be checking temperatures during to cooling process to see if parameters are being met. Attached is a cooling lo
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.
Protect food from cross-contamination by using packages or covered containers.
Inspector’s notes
Many food items in the walk-in cooler were uncovered after the cooling process occurred. After the product is cooled, the facility must cover the food and date the 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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
The following TCS items were measured above 41 F: -Samosas (53 F) and Fried Onion (52 F) in the left prep unit. Discarded. Units turned down, if temperatures do not maintain at 41 F or below have the units serviced.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0400AFood source and labeling
Official wording
Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held for more than 24 hours. Day one is the day the food was made.
Inspector’s notes
The facility was missing date marking for food prepared on-site. Date mark TCS food.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0270ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food must not come in contact with equipment and utensil surfaces that are not cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s notes
Dishes were being stored and soaked in the prep sink. Store dishes in the 3-compartment sink.
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
The facility had black plastic to go containers. Black plastic is not recyclable. Change containers to clear or white plastic. Styrofoam cups were found in the kitchen. Remove. Replace with recyclable or compostable cups.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0495Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be made of materials which are corrosion-resistant, non-absorbent, and smooth. Remove equipment with non-food contact surfaces made of other materials.
Inspector’s notes
The naan press was stored on a piece of wood. Discontinue and replace with a surface that is 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.
Cool cooked TCS food: • Within two hours from 135 to 70 degrees F, and • Within a total of six hours from 135 to 41 degrees F or less
Inspector’s notes
The facility was cooling in too large containers. Observed hot product cooling in large storage bins. Product will not hit cooling parameters in such large of containers. The facility must use a more effective means, like shallow pans and ice wands.
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.
Tomato sauce was measured at 45 F cooling from the night before. The product did not cool properly. Food discarded. Use more effective means to cool. Also, staff should be checking temperatures during to cooling process to see if parameters are being met. Attached is a cooling log.
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.
Protect food from cross-contamination by using packages or covered containers.
Inspector’s notes
Many food items in the walk-in cooler were uncovered after the cooling process occurred. After the product is cooled, the facility must cover the food and date the 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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
The following TCS items were measured above 41 F: -Lentils (43 F) and Curry (45 F) in the right line prep unit. -Samosas (55 F) and Fried Onion (53 F) in the left prep unit. Discarded. Units turned down, if temperatures do not maintain at 41 F or below have the units serviced.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
The facility could not locate their chlorine test strips. Provide 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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0400AFood source and labeling
Official wording
Use an effective method to date mark refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held for more than 24 hours. Day one is the day the food was made.
Inspector’s notes
The facility was missing date marking for food prepared on-site. Date mark TCS food.
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.
Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.
Inspector’s notes
Food was found in the main handwashing sink. Only use hand sink for handwashing and not as a dump sink.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0270ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Food must not come in contact with equipment and utensil surfaces that are not cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s notes
Dishes were being stored in the prep sink. Store dishes in the 3-compartment sink.
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
The facility had black plastic to go containers. Black plastic is not recyclable. Change containers to clear or white plastic. Styrofoam cups were found in the kitchen. Remove. Replace with recyclable or compostable cups.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Provide permanently mounted temperature measuring device for cold or hot holding equipment used for TCS food.
Inspector’s notes
Food thermometers are missing in the cooler and walk-in cooler. Provide in all coolers.
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.
Thaw TCS food by one of the following methods: • Inside a refrigerator • Kept completely under running water of 70 degrees F or less. The food must remain at 41 degrees F or less. • In a microwave oven • As part of the cooking process
Inspector’s notes
The facility was thawing at room temperature. Discontinue. Thaw using one of the above methods. The lamb was moved to the cooler to thaw.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0495Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Non-food contact surfaces of equipment must be made of materials which are corrosion-resistant, non-absorbent, and smooth. Remove equipment with non-food contact surfaces made of other materials.
Inspector’s notes
The naan press was stored on a piece of wood. Discontinue and replace with a surface that is 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.
Cool cooked TCS food: • Within two hours from 135 to 70 degrees F, and • Within a total of six hours from 135 to 41 degrees F or less
Inspector’s notes
Chana and tomato sauce were measured at 46 and 50 F cooling from the night before. The product did not cool properly. Food discarded. Use more effective means to cool. Also, staff should be checking temperatures during to cooling process to see if parameters are being met. Attached is a cooling log.
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.
The facility was cooling in large containers. The facility must use a more effective means, like shallow pans and ice wands.
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.
Protect food from cross-contamination by using packages or covered containers.
Inspector’s notes
Many food items in the walk-in cooler were uncovered after the cooling process occurred. After the product is cooled, the facility must cover the food and date the 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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
The following TCS items were measured above 41 F: -Lentils (45 F) and Curry (43 F) in the right line prep unit. -Tofu (43 F) and Lamb (45 F) in the middle line unit. -Samosas (62 F) and Fried Onion (53 F) in the left prep unit. Discarded. Units turned down, if temperatures do not maintain at 41 F or below have the units serviced.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
The facility could not locate their chlorine test strips. Provide 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.
Have an item to verify the surface temperature of dishes reaches 160 degrees F inside mechanical hot water dishwashers.
Inspector’s notes
For hot water mechanical warewashing, there is no irreversible registering temperature indicator to measure utensil surface temperature. Provide.
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.