minorCode MCO 188.390Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.
Inspector’s Notes
Business license not posted. This was corrected onsite.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0900Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Sanitize food contact surfaces before using and after cleaning.
Inspector’s Notes
Observed utensils being used for coffee prep not being sanitized when cleaning. Just a dump sink onsite so staff decided to bring extra utensils and cart dirty dishes back to main kitche.
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 4626.0955BWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Store all clean equipment and utensils in a self-draining position that permits air drying and covered and inverted.
Inspector’s Notes
Observed utensils being dried on top of the coffee maker. Provide a wall rack above the sink or similar for air drying.
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.