Remove all items unnecessary to the operation of the business from the premises.
Inspector’s notes
Observed tile missing where floor shelving units have been removed and replaced with racks. Replace the missing floor tile.
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.
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 food stored on plastic pallets. Obtain shelving and place items at least 6 inches off the floor.
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 tcs foods and air within the display cooler at 50F. This was discussed and management moved the yogurts and cheeses to the main reachin.
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.
Remove all items unnecessary to the operation of the business from the premises.
Inspector’s notes
Observed several outdated/broken/unnecessary pieces of equipment, shelving, garbage stored in the back staging area. Remove items no longer in use.
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.
minorCode MN Rule 4626.435B (1-4,6-7)Food source and labeling
Official wording
Include the following information on the food label: 1. common name of the food; 2. ingredient list; 3. quantity; 4. manufacturer name and location; 5. allergen declaration; 6. nutrition label, unless exempt; 7. fish color additives.
Inspector’s notes
Observed some spices without an address of facility. Provide the address of West Bank Grocery on the label.
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.
Post a sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees to remind them to wash their hands.
Inspector’s notes
Observed no signage in employee restroom. This was discussed.
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 4626.0840CCleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Clean non-food contact surfaces of equipment. Keep them clean.
Inspector’s notes
Observed several old milk spills on the floor of the milk cooler. Clean up and maintain 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 4626.0300ACleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Store all food: • In a clean, dry location • At least 6 inches above the floor
Inspector’s notes
Observed food being stored on milk crates and the floor of the large milk cooler. Store all food off the floor on food grade storage racks.
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 4626.0450BCDECleaning 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 a large gunny sack of coffee beans sitting on the floor of the large milk cooler. Replace with a durable nonabsorbable container and store on shelf.
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.
Remove all items unnecessary to the operation of the business from the premises.
Inspector’s notes
Observed the upper office floor areaf full of boxes and unnecessary items stored on the floor or stacked up on milk crates. Organize, reduce and clean the 2nd floor area.
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.
Observed no paper towels in the restroom. This was corrected onsite.
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.