minorCode MN Rule 4626.0450BCDECleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Remove all multi-use equipment, utensils, and food storage containers that are not: • Smooth • Easily cleanable • Durable • Nonabsorbent • In good condition
Inspector’s notes
Observed paper towels lining counter under bar mats. Remove these paper towels from counter to provide a durable non-absorbent 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.
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
There were no paper towels in dispenser at back area hand wash sink. Provide and maintain paper towels in dispenser.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings
Official wording
The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.
Inspector’s notes
There was no State Certified Food Manager for the establishment. Hire a CFPM and post certificate in a conspicuous location See attachment.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
Quat test strips were not available to measure the strength of the quat sanitizer. Obtain and use quat test strips to measure concentration of quat sanitizer.
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 4626.0435D(3)Food source and labeling
Official wording
Provide labeling for bulk, unpackaged food, such as bakery treats prepared on the premises of the food establishment or at another food establishment or a food processing plant that is owned by the same person and is regulated by the food regulatory agency that has jurisdiction.
Inspector’s notes
Provide an ingredient list for bakery items for sale in deli case.
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 sufficient mechanical tempered make-up air and exhaust ventilation to keep rooms free of grease, excessive heat, steam condensation, vapors, obnoxious or disagreeable odors, smoke, and fumes according to State Building and Mechanical codes.
Inspector’s notes
The air conditioner in establishment was out of order. A temporary blower and large fan have been installed next to 3 compartment sink in the back prep area. No plans were submitted for this installation. Receive approval from building department for this installation. Submit plans as needed.
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.
Remove all items unnecessary to the operation of the business from the premises.
Inspector’s notes
In the back room observed numerous containers of soaps, cleaning agents and other materials stored on floor underneath and in front of hand wash sink and 3-comp sink. Store these items properly so that floors can be cleaned and maintained in an orderly manner.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0030BCQPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
The person in charge must be able to explain: • Their responsibility for preventing the spread of foodborne illness by a food worker • The symptoms associated with a foodborne illness • How food workers must report illness symptoms and diseases • When a food worker must be excluded from work or restricted from working with food • When a food worker can return to work
Inspector’s notes
An employee illness log could not be located during inspection. Person in charge was aware of food borne illness symptoms that staff should not work with. Discussed logging requirements and provided guidance document and log with report.
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 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
There were no paper towels in dispenser at front counter area hand wash sink. Provide and maintain paper towels in dispenser.
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.
Use only chemical sanitizers on food-contact surfaces that meet Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations requirements: • Part 180, section 180.940 • Part 180, subpart E, section 180.2020
Inspector’s notes
Observed strength of quat sanitizer in 3 comp sink and sanitizer bucket at 600 PPM. Multi Use Quat sanitizer was being used as the sanitizer - maintain quat between 200 - 400 PPM.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0033APermits, training, and postings
Official wording
The business must employ at least one valid Minnesota Food Protection Manager's certification (CFPM). Find more information on the Minnesota Department of Health web page.
Inspector’s notes
There was no State Certified Food Manager for the establishment. Hire a CFPM and post certificate in a conspicuous location.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0735ABEquipment and utensils
Official wording
All equipment and components must be in good repair. Keep them maintained to manufacturer's specifications.
Inspector’s notes
Observed the ambient temperature of the 1-door Upright refrigerator in back room of 50*F and the 2-door lowboy under the front counter at 45*F. Turn down thermostats or have units serviced so that they maintain an ambient temperature of 41*F or lower.
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.