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
NO STATE REGISTERED CFPM CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. GO TO AN APPROVED SERVSAFE CLASS AND THEN SUBMIT YOUR CLASS CERTIFICATE TO MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. APPLY ONLINE. ONCE YOU RECEIVE YOUR STATE CERTIFICATION DOCUMENT, PLEASE POST IT ON A VISIBLE PLACE. https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED STYROFOAM SHELLS “TO-GO” FOOD CONTAINERS. DO NOT BUY UNAPPROVED TO GO CONTAINERS. PURCHASE APPROVED MATERIAL THAT ARE REUSABLE, RECYCLABLE (1,2 & 5) OR CERTIFIED COMPOSTABLE (BPI OR ASTM 6868). DO NOT USE BLACK PLASTICS. SEE HANDOUT ATTACHED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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
OBSERVED MEAT STORED INSIDE CARBOARD BOXES. DO NOT USE CARDBOARD BOXES AS FOOD CONTACT SURFACE. DISCONTINUE THIS PRACTICE AND STORE FOOD INSIDE “FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS” OR “FOOD GRADE BAGS” ONLY.
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
NO THERMOMETER OR TEST STRIP AVAILABLE FOR HOT WATER DISH MACHINE TO BE ABLE TO REGISTER UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE. PURCHASE AND USE A DEVICE TO REGISTER UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE WHEN USING DISH MACHINE.
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
2026 LICENSE WAS NOT POSTED. POST LICENSE ON A VISIBLE PLACE.
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 4626.0840CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Keep them clean.
Inspector’s notes
METAL DIVIDER OF REACH IN FREEZER AND DOORS WERE DIRTY WITH OLD FOOD DEBRIS. CLEAN REACH IN FREEZER.
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
PLASTIC LID AND PLASTIC BAGS WERE STORED INSIDE THE HAND SINK AT THE MEAT ROOM (BACK). DO NOT STORE ANYTHING INSIDE OR IN FRONT OF HAND WASHING SINKS. DO NOT BLOCK ACCESS TO SINKS. PERSON IN CHARGE CLEARED ACCESS DURING INSPECTION.
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
NO STATE REGISTERED CFPM CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. GO TO AN APPROVED SERVSAFE CLASS AND THEN SUBMIT YOUR CLASS CERTIFICATE TO MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. APPLY ONLINE. ONCE YOU RECEIVE YOUR STATE CERTIFICATION DOCUMENT, PLEASE POST IT ON A VISIBLE PLACE. https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html
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
TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER SEEMS UNABLE TO KEEP FOOD AT REPAIR OR REPLACE THIS COOLER. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ INSULATION ON RIGHT DOOR OF REACH IN FREEZER IS EXPOSED. REPAIR THIS DOOR SO INSULATION IS NOT EXPOSED.
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED STYROFOAM SHELLS “TO-GO” FOOD CONTAINERS. DO NOT BUY UNAPPROVED TO GO CONTAINERS. PURCHASE APPROVED MATERIAL THAT ARE REUSABLE, RECYCLABLE (1,2 & 5) OR CERTIFIED COMPOSTABLE (BPI OR ASTM 6868). DO NOT USE BLACK PLASTICS. SEE HANDOUT ATTACHED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ABOVE 41F DURING COLD HOLDING INSIDE 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER. FOR EXAMPLE: CARROTS AT 45F. SEE TEMP CHART FOR MORE FOOD ITEMS AND LOCATIONS. TROUBLESHOOT ANY REFRIGERATED UNIT THAT IS NOT KEEPING FOOD AT THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE ( REPAIR OR REPLACE THIS COOLER. IF FOUND AGAIN, THIS VIOLATION WILL GENERATE A CITATION. CITATIONS START AT $200.
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 4626.0490Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Discontinue using wood and wood wicker as a food contact surface.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WOODEN PREP TABLE (MEAT ROOM). WOOD IS NOT ALLOWED AS FOOD CONTACT SURFACE. REPLACE WOODEN TABLE FOR STAINLESS STEEL (NSF OR SIMILAR COMMERCIAL GRADE).
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 4626.0500BCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Remove single-service and single-use articles made from materials that are unsafe and unclean.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MEAT STORED INSIDE BLACK GARBAGE BAGS AND INSIDE CARBOARD BOXES. DO NOT USE “GARBAGE BAGS” TO STORE FOOD OR CARDBOARD BOXES. DISCONTINUE THIS PRACTICE AND STORE FOOD INSIDE “FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS” OR “FOOD GRADE BAGS” ONLY.
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 4626.0033APermits, 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
NO STATE REGISTERED CFPM CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. GO TO AN APPROVED SERVSAFE CLASS AND THEN SUBMIT YOUR CLASS CERTIFICATE TO MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. APPLY ONLINE. ONCE YOU RECEIVE YOUR STATE CERTIFICATION DOCUMENT, PLEASE POST IT ON A VISIBLE PLACE. https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/food/cfpm/index.html
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
TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER SEEMS UNABLE TO KEEP FOOD AT REPAIR OR REPLACE THIS COOLER. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ INSULATION ON RIGHT DOOR OF REACH IN FREEZER IS EXPOSED. REPAIR THIS DOOR SO INSULATION IS NOT EXPOSED.
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.
Have an item to verify the surface temperature of dishes reaches 160 degrees F inside mechanical hot water dishwashers.
Inspector’s notes
NO THERMOMETER OR TEST STRIP AVAILABLE FOR HOT WATER DISH MACHINE TO BE ABLE TO REGISTER UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE. PURCHASE AND USE A DEVICE TO REGISTER UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE WHEN USING DISH MACHINE.
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED STYROFOAM SHELLS “TO-GO” FOOD CONTAINERS. DO NOT BUY UNAPPROVED TO GO CONTAINERS. PURCHASE APPROVED MATERIAL THAT ARE REUSABLE, RECYCLABLE (1,2 & 5) OR CERTIFIED COMPOSTABLE (BPI OR ASTM 6868). DO NOT USE BLACK PLASTICS. SEE HANDOUT ATTACHED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0300ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BOXES OF BANANAS STORED DIRECTLY ONTO THE FLOOR (FRONT AREA). DO NO STORE FOOD ON THE FLOOR. STORE FOOD 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR ON A SHELF SYSTEM.
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 4626.0725ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Place fixed equipment to allow access for cleaning or, seal to adjoining equipment or walls.
Inspector’s notes
HAND WASHING SINK WAS DETACHED FROM THE WALL. RE-ATTACHED SINK TO THE WALL AND SEAL ANY SPACE BETWEEN THE WALL AND 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.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ABOVE 41F DURING COLD HOLDING INSIDE 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER. FOR EXAMPLE: HALF & HALF AT 43F. SEE TEMP CHART FOR MORE FOOD ITEMS AND LOCATIONS. TROUBLESHOOT ANY REFRIGERATED UNIT THAT IS NOT KEEPING FOOD AT THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE ( REPAIR OR REPLACE THIS COOLER. SAME VIOLATION WAS NOTED LAST YEAR. IF FOUND AGAIN, THIS VIOLATION MAY GENERATE A CITATION. CITATIONS START AT $200.
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.
Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.
Inspector’s notes
HAND WASHING SIGN WAS MISSING AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED INSIDE WAREWASHING ROOM. PROVIDE A SIGN FOR EACH HAND SINK USED BY FOOD WORKERS.
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 4626.0490Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Discontinue using wood and wood wicker as a food contact surface.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LARGE WOODEN LADLE AND WOODEN PREP TABLE (MEAT ROOM). WOOD IS NOT ALLOWED AS FOOD CONTACT SURFACE ON THESE SETTINGS. DISCARD WOODEN LADLE AND REPLACE WOODEN TABLE FOR STAINLESS STEEL (NSF OR SIMILAR COMMERCIAL GRADE).
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 4626.0105BEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Food employees must use a closed beverage container within the food preparation or utensil washing areas.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPEN EMPLOYEE DRINK (SMOOTHIE) BY HOT HOLDING UNIT. A CUP WITH A LID AND A STRAW ARE ALLOWED TO USE FOR EMPLOYEES. EMPLOYEE BEVERAGES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED IN A DESIGNATED AREA AWAY FROM PREP AREAS, WAREWASHING AREAS OR READY TO EAT FOODS, ETC. PIC MOVED DRINK TO AN APPROVED LOCATION.
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.
Only rinse cleaned and sanitized equipment and utensils before air drying or use if they have been sanitized by hot water or by a chemical sanitizer with instructions to rinse off the sanitizer after it has been applied and the rinse is applied directly from a drinking water supply by a properly maintained warewashing machine.
Inspector’s notes
OPERATOR WAS RINSING MEAT SLICER AFTER SAINTING STEP. INSTRUCTED PIC TO WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE AND AIR-DRY UTENSILS WITH NO ADDITIONAL RINSE AFTER SANITIZER STEP. THIS WAS DISCUSSED ON SITE.
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.
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
OBSERVED FRESHLY CUT MEAT STORED INSIDE BLACK GARBAGE BAGS. DO NOT USE “GARBAGE BAGS” TO STORE FOOD. DISCONTINUE THIS PRACTICE AND STORE FOOD INSIDE “FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS” OR “FOOD GRADE BAGS” ONLY.
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.
Clean food contact surfaces of cooking and baking equipment, including microwave ovens, at least every 24 hours.
Inspector’s notes
THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE OVEN WAS DIRTY WITH OLD FOOD DEBRIS. CLEAN OVEN DAILY.
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 4626.0033APermits, 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
NO STATE REGISTERED CFPM CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. GO TO AN APPROVED SERVSAFE CLASS AND THEN IMMEDIATELY SUBMIT YOUR CLASS CERTIFICATE TO MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. ONCE YOU RECEIVE YOUR STATE CERTIFICATION DOCUMENT, PLEASE POST IT ON A VISIBLE PLACE. HTTPS://WWW.HEALTH.STATE.MN.US/COMMUNITIES/ENVIRONMENT/FOOD/CFPM/INDEX.HTML
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
INSULATION ON RIGHT DOOR OF REACH IN FREEZER IS EXPOSED. REPAIR THIS DOOR SO INSULATION IS NOT EXPOSED. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER (2) IS COLLECTING WATER ON BOTTOM SHELF. A HOTEL PAN IS COLLECTING WATER FROM FAN. REPAIR THIS COOLER.
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.
Food businesses must have handwashing sinks with a water temperature of: • At least 100 degrees F • Not hotter than 130 degrees F • If children use the sink, the water temperature must not be hotter than 120 degrees F
Inspector’s notes
WATER TEMPERATURE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT OF THE BUSINESS WAS REGISTERING 80F. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A COMBINATION FAUCET WITH HOT AND COLD WATER TO BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE 110-130F FOR PROPER HANDWASHING PROCEDURE.
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.
Have an item to verify the surface temperature of dishes reaches 160 degrees F inside mechanical hot water dishwashers.
Inspector’s notes
NO THERMOMETER OR TEST STRIP AVAILABLE FOR HOT WATER DISH MACHINE TO BE ABLE TO REGISTER UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE. PURCHASE AND USE A DEVICE TO REGISTER UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE WHEN USING DISH MACHINE.
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.
Provide containers for food or beverages prepared for takeout or to be eaten immediately. Containers must be reuseable, recyclable or compostable.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED STYROFOAM SHELLS AND BLACK PLASTICS FOR “TO-GO” FOOD CONTAINERS. DO NOT BUY UNAPPROVED TO GO CONTAINERS. PURCHASE APPROVED MATERIAL THAT ARE REUSABLE, RECYCLABLE (1,2 & 5) OR CERTIFIED COMPOSTABLE (BPI OR ASTM 6868). DO NOT USE BLACK PLASTICS. SEE HANDOUT ATTACHED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.1040BWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Keep the plumbing system in good repair.
Inspector’s notes
THE 3-COMP SINK WAS LEAKING WATER AT THE FAUCET. FIX WATER LEAK.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0300ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BOXES OF BANANAS STORED DIRECTLY ONTO THE FLOOR. DO NO STORE FOOD ON THE FLOOR. STORE FOOD 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR ON A SHELF SYSTEM.
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
HAND WASHING SIGN WAS MISSING AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED INSIDE WAREWASHING ROOM. PROVIDE A SIGN FOR EACH HAND SINK USED BY FOOD WORKERS.
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
NO STATE REGISTERED CFPM CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. GO TO AN APPROVED SERVSAFE CLASS AND THEN IMMEDIATELY SUBMIT YOUR CLASS CERTIFICATE TO MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. ONCE YOU RECEIVE YOUR STATE CERTIFICATION DOCUMENT, PLEASE POST IT ON A VISIBLE PLACE. HTTPS://WWW.HEALTH.STATE.MN.US/COMMUNITIES/ENVIRONMENT/FOOD/CFPM/INDEX.HTML NOTE: SEE ADDITIONAL COMMENTS FROM LAST YEAR REPORT ON YOUR EMAIL.
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
TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER SEEMS UNABLE TO KEEP FOOD AT REPAIR OR REPLACE THIS COOLER. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ INSULATION ON RIGHT DOOR OF REACH IN FREEZER IS EXPOSED. REPAIR THIS DOOR SO INSULATION IS NOT EXPOSED. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER (2) IS COLLECTING WATER ON BOTTOM SHELF. A HOTEL PAN IS COLLECTING WATER FROM FAN. REPAIR THIS COOLER.
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.
Food businesses must have handwashing sinks with a water temperature of: • At least 100 degrees F • Not hotter than 130 degrees F • If children use the sink, the water temperature must not be hotter than 120 degrees F
Inspector’s notes
WATER TEMPERATURE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT OF THE BUSINESS WAS REGISTERING 72F. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A COMBINATION FAUCET WITH HOT AND COLD WATER TO BE ABLE TO ACHIEVE 110-130F FOR PROPER HANDWASHING PROCEDURE.
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 MCO 188.390Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
The business license must be posted where it can be easily seen.
Inspector’s notes
LICENSE POSTED. Each licensee shall keep his license prominently posted or readily available for inspection upon the premises. (99-Or-119, § 1, 10-29-99). 2024 LICENSE WAS NOT POSTED. PRINT CURRENT LICENSE AND POST IT ON A VISIBLE PLACE.
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 a log to record employee illness symptoms. Have it available upon request.
Inspector’s notes
NO EMPLOYEE ILLNESS LOG AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. MAINTAIN IN THE FACILITY A LOG TO BE ABLE TO RECORD REQUIRED ILLNESSES / SYMPTOMS, EXCLUSION DATES, ETC. BE SURE THE PERSON IN CHARGE CAN LOCATE THE LOG UPON REQUEST BY HEALTH INSPECTORS. A SAMPLE IS ATTACHED TO THIS REPORT.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DID NOT KNOW ABOUT THE 24 HOURS / SYMPTOM FREE EXCLUSION REQUIREMENT TO RETURN TO WORK FOR EMPLOYEES HAVING BEEN EXCLUDED WITH SYMPTOMS SUCH AS VOMITING AND / OR DIARRHEA, ETC. MAKE SURE EMPLOYEE HEALTH TRAINING TAKE PLACE TO INSTRUCT FOOD WORKERS TO STAY HOME FOR AT LEAST 24 HOURS “SYMPTOM FREE” BEFORE RETURNING TO WORK.
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 4626.0040DPermits, training, and postings
Official wording
The person in charge must notify the regulatory authority of any complaint from a consumer having or suspected of having diarrhea or vomiting, norovirus, hepatitis A virus, Salmonella spp., Shigella spp., Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli, or other enteric bacterial, viral, or parasitic pathogens.
Inspector’s notes
PERSON IN CHARGE DID NOT KNOW HOW TO HANDLE CUSTOMER’S COMPLAINTS RELATED TO FOOD BORNE ILLNESSES. YOU MUST REPORT TO MDH AT 1-877-FOOD-ILL ANY CUSTOMER’S COMPLAINT RELATED TO FOOD BORNE ILLNESSES (E.G: VOMITING, DIARRHEA, ETC). ALSO SHARE THIS PHONE NUMBER WITH AFFECTED CUSTOMER.
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.
Have an item to verify the surface temperature of dishes reaches 160 degrees F inside mechanical hot water dishwashers.
Inspector’s notes
NO THERMOMETER OR TEST STRIP AVAILABLE FOR HOT WATER DISH MACHINE TO BE ABLE TO REGISTER UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE. PURCHASE AND USE A DEVICE TO REGISTER UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE WHEN USING DISH MACHINE.
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 4626.0725ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Place fixed equipment to allow access for cleaning or, seal to adjoining equipment or walls.
Inspector’s notes
HAND WASHING SINK WAS DETACHED FROM THE WALL. RE-ATTACHED SINK TO THE WALL AND SEAL ANY SPACE BETWEEN THE WALL AND 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
OBSERVED STYROFOAM SHELLS AND BLACK PLASTICS FOR “TO-GO” FOOD CONTAINERS. DO NOT BUY UNAPPROVED TO GO CONTAINERS. PURCHASE APPROVED MATERIAL THAT ARE REUSABLE, RECYCLABLE (1,2 & 5) OR CERTIFIED COMPOSTABLE (BPI OR ASTM 6868). DO NOT USE BLACK PLASTICS. SEE HANDOUT ATTACHED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Keep all cold TCS foods at 41 degrees F or colder under mechanical refrigeration.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ABOVE 41F DURING COLD HOLDING INSIDE TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER. FOR EXAMPLE: RANCH SAUCE AT 53F. SEE TEMP CHART FOR MORE FOOD ITEMS AND LOCATIONS. TROUBLESHOOT ANY REFRIGERATED UNIT THAT IS NOT KEEPING FOOD AT THE RIGHT TEMPERATURE ( REPAIR OR REPLACE THIS COOLER.
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 4626.1040BWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Keep the plumbing system in good repair.
Inspector’s notes
THE 3-COMP SINK WAS LEAKING WATER AT THE FAUCET. FIX WATER LEAK.
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.
Keep handwashing sinks accessible at all times. Make sure they are only used for handwashing.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A TOWER OF BUCKETS STORED IN FRONT OF HAND SINK AND A BLUE DISH RACK STORED INSIDE THIS HAND SINK (LOCATED INSIDE WAREWASHING ROOM). DO NOT STORE ANYTHING INSIDE OR IN FRONT OF HAND WASHING SINKS. DO NOT BLOCK ACCESS TO SINKS. SINK ACCESS WAS CLEARED DURING INSPECTION.
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.
Clearly label working containers of toxic chemicals with the common chemical name.
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SPRAY BOTTLE WITH RED LIQUID (DEGREASER) MISSING IT LABEL. MAKE SURE EACH SPRAY BOTTLE HAS A LABEL WITH COMMON NAME OF THE PRODUCT.
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 4626.0300ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BOXES OF BANANAS STORED DIRECTLY ONTO THE FLOOR. DO NO STORE FOOD ON THE FLOOR. STORE FOOD 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR ON A SHELF SYSTEM.
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.