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
Observed no employee to hold a State of Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate. Make sure an employee gets and keeps a CFPM certificate.
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 4626.0840ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils must be clean.
Inspector’s notes
Observed the knife holders at the fish cutting area and the meat cutting room to be soiled. Clean and keep clean.
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
Observed knives to be stored between the meat cutting tables and the walls in the meat cutting room. Store in-use utensils in a way that prevents contamination.
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
Observed no employee to hold a State of Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate. Instructions on getting the CFPM will be included in this report. Make sure an employee gets and keeps a CFPM certificate.
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
Observed the handwashing sink at the deli service cooler to be used for filling a sanitizer bucket and for dumping ice. Observed employee use meat cutting room handwashing sink to wash off chicken leg. Make sure handwashing sinks are only used 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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0285BCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping cloths used for wiping surfaces must: • Be held in an approved sanitizing solution • Laundered daily
Inspector’s notes
Observed wiping clothes to be stored directly on the meat cutting surfaces. Make sure wiping rags are stored in sanitizer in between use.
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 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean all physical facilities (floors, walls, ceilings). Keep them clean.
Inspector’s notes
Observed the ceiling in the meat cutting room to be soiled. Clean and keep physical facilities clean.
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.
Protect unpackaged food from environmental sources of contamination during preparation.
Inspector’s notes
Observed facility to be washing and rinsing chicken in the 3-compartment sink. Person-in-Charge was instructed to wash, rinse, and sanitizer 3-compartment sink basins before next use. Make sure food items are only prepared in the prep sink.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.0875Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wash food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils to effectively remove or loosen soils.
Inspector’s notes
Observed clean-in-place procedures for slicers, grinders, and meat saw to only include a sanitize step. Person-in-Charge was instructed that a full wash, rinse, and sanitizer cycle is required for equipment. Make sure all food contact surfaces are adequately washed and rinsed prior to sanitization.
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 4626.0855Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Keep non-food contact equipment surfaces clean.
Inspector’s notes
Observed the rails of the service coolers to be soiled. Observed the interior of the beef and fish service coolers to be soiled. Observed the fan guards in the meat cutting room and walk-in cooler to be soiled. Clean and keep equipment clean.
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 4626.0840ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils must be clean.
Inspector’s notes
Observed the knife holders at the fish cutting area and the meat cutting room to be soiled. Clean and keep clean. Observed cutting boards throughout the be deeply scored and discolored. Observed plastic meat hammers to be scored and discolored. Replace or resurface. Keep food contact surfaces clean to sight and touch.
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 4626.0495Cleaning 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
Observed cardboard to be used underneath cutting boards. Remove cardboard.
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
Observed knives to be stored between the meat cutting tables and the walls in the meat cutting room. Store in-use utensils in a way that prevents contamination.
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.
Handwashing sinks must be located in close proximity to: • Food and beverage preparation areas • Food and beverage service areas • Warewashing areas • Toilet rooms
Inspector’s notes
Observed the handwashing sink by the 3-compartment sink to be disconnected and not working. Repair 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.
Observed the wall behind the 3-compartment sink to be peeling. Observed the base coving by the dish area handwashing sink to be damaged and missing. Repair areas and keep physical facilities in good repair.
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.
criticalCode MN Rule 4626.0287AEquipment and utensils
Official wording
Single-use gloves must be used for only one task and be discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation.
Inspector’s notes
Observed employee to be wearing gloves while slicing meat, grabbing a storage container, and open the doors of the service coolers without switching gloves. Employee was instructed to take off gloves and wash their hands after cutting and handling raw meat. Make sure employees change single-use gloves after they have become contaminated.
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.
majorCode MN Rule 4626.0715Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Have a test kit for the type of sanitizer used.
Inspector’s notes
Observed facility to have QAC test strips, but facility uses bleach (chlorine) as a sanitizer. Make sure that a proper test kit is provided for the type of sanitizer used.
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
Observed there to be no State of Minnesota Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certificate onsite. Directions on how to get this certificate will be included in this report. Make sure and employee gets and maintains a CFPM certificate.
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
Observed there to be no towels or method to dry hands at the handwashing sink next to the slicing station. Make sure that disposable towels are kept at each handwashing sink to promote proper handwashing by employee.
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
Observed the handwashing sink by the chicken display area to be used for storing scoops. The sink was also hooked up with a hose to use for cleaning the display case. Observed the handwashing sink by the 3-comp sink to be blocked by boxes and speed racks. Make sure that handwashing sinks are used only for handwashing and are easily accessible.
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 4626.0285BCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wiping cloths used for wiping surfaces must: • Be held in an approved sanitizing solution • Laundered daily
Inspector’s notes
Observed wet wiping cloths to be stored on the countertops throughout the slicing and cutting areas. Store wet wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets.
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 4626.1520ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean all physical facilities (floors, walls, ceilings). Keep them clean.
Inspector’s notes
Observed the walls behind the 3-compartment sink to be heavily soiled. Observed the ceiling in the meat cutting room to be dusty. Clean and keep physical facilities clean.
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.
Protect unpackaged food from environmental sources of contamination during preparation.
Inspector’s notes
Observed facility to be washing chicken in the 3-compartment sink. Use a prep sink to wash meats to prevent contamination.
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.