minorCode MN Rule 4626.0435CFood source and labeling
Official wording
Label consumer self-dispensing bulk food with the following information: 1. manufacturer's or processor's label; 2. a card or sign with the common name of the food; 3. list of ingredients; 4. nutrition labeling, unless exempt.
Inspector’s notes
Observed the self-service beverage machine to not have a label for ingredients of each beverage offered. Contact supplier to obtain and post by machine.
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
Observed black plastic take out containers and PE lined cups on site that are not compliant with the Minneapolis Green to Go packaging ordinance. Remove referenced products and replace with recyclable or compostable products.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Clean surfaces contacting non-TCS foods: • When surfaces may have been contaminated • At least once every 24 hours for consumer self-service utensils • Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils • As often as needed to keep surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed the self-service beverage machine ice chute to have pink biofilm buildup. Clean ice chute and maintain referenced surface in a clean condition.
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.
Provide permanently mounted temperature measuring device for cold or hot holding equipment used for TCS food.
Inspector’s notes
Observed the front under counter reach in cooler under the slicer to not have a thermometer inside the unit. Provide and maintain a thermometer inside 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.
Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.
Inspector’s notes
Observed no handwashing sign at hand sink near register. Ensure a handwashing sign is posted.
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
Observed several containers of food above 41F in the prep line (steak 51F, chicken 47F, and teriyaki chicken 49F). At time of inspection the Person in Charge (PIC) pulled the food to be discarded. Ensure cold Time-Temperature Controlled for safety foods are kept at 41F and below to prevent pathogen growth.
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 4626.0875Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Wash food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils to effectively remove or loosen soils.
Inspector’s notes
Observed food worker stated the slicer is disassembled, then sprayed with water, then sanitized. Ensure food-contact surfaces are being washed with detergent, rinsed, sanitized and then air-dried. At time of inspection discussed with Person-in-charge proper procedures for washing food-contact equipment.
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 4626.0435CFood source and labeling
Official wording
Label consumer self-dispensing bulk food with the following information: 1. manufacturer's or processor's label; 2. a card or sign with the common name of the food; 3. list of ingredients; 4. nutrition labeling, unless exempt.
Inspector’s notes
Observed self-serve soda machine did not have the label for ingredients of each food offered. Ensure self-serve
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 4626.0030BCQPermits, 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
Observed the person in charge was unable to state the symptoms of food borne illness. Ensure employees are trained and the person in charge is able to explain reportable symptoms, illnesses and procedures associated with food borne illness.
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.
Clean surfaces contacting non-TCS foods: • When surfaces may have been contaminated • At least once every 24 hours for consumer self-service utensils • Before restocking consumer self-service equipment and utensils • As often as needed to keep surfaces clean
Inspector’s notes
Observed drink dispenser nozzles with dark buildup. Ensure food-contact equipment is cleaned once a day or whenever contaminated.
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.
Provide permanently mounted temperature measuring device for cold or hot holding equipment used for TCS food.
Inspector’s notes
Observed reach-in cooler under slicer did not have a temperature measuring device. Ensure each cold and hot hold unit has a temperature measuring device to measure the air temperature.
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.