3-304.14(B); Core; When tested during the inspection; the concentration of the sanitizer solution for wiping cloths was too low. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified on the manufacturer's label. CDI - Old sanitizer solution discarded.
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.
2-103.11(I); Priority foundation; Observed air temperature logs over the past three days for the warming cooler at a range of 63F-70F without any records of correction or verification of food temperatures. The person in charge shall ensure that: Employees are properly maintaining the temperatures of TCS foods during hot and cold holding through daily oversight of the employees’ routine monitoring of food temperatures. CDI - Discussed with food employee and manager present better methods to monitor food temperatures. Always verify air temperatures of cooling units by using a then-probe food thermometer to puncture foods to check temperatures.
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.
3-501.16(A)(2); Priority; All of the TCS sandwiches in the top shelf of the warming cooler; under the oven; were holding above 41F. TCS (time/temp control for safety) foods in cold holding shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded out-of-temp foods.
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.
4-501.11; Core; The door gaskets on the CBS and bar coolers are damaged and should be replaced. Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair and condition. Replace damaged gaskets before the next inspection.
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.
4-904.11; Core; Observed spoons; scoops; whisks stored with food contact surface exposed. Single service articles or single use articles and cleaned and sanitized utensils shall be handled; displayed; and dispensed so that contamination of food - and lip-contact surfaces is prevented. All items inverted.
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.
6-501.12; Core; Observed improvements with vent cleaning. Observed buildup of coffee beans on the floor behind cabinets. Physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them 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.
5-202.12; Core; Observed hand sink hot water sitting at 61F. Hot water reached 100F only when the 3 comp sink hot water is actively running at the same time. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Adjust hot water temperature to meet requirement. Manager placed a work order for plumbing maintenance repair.
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.
6-501.12; Core; Observed a buildup of lids/ debris on floors behind cabinets. Observed thick buildup inside vent under the pastry case. Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust; dirt; food residue; and other debris. Clean 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.
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Inspector’s notes
6-303.11; Core; Observed light bulb not available inside closet where ice machine is located and light the shines in the direction of the ice machine burned out. At least 540 lux (50 foot candles) shall be provided at a surface where a food employee is working with food or working with utensils or equipment such as knives; slicers; grinders; or saws where employee safety is a factor. Obtain brighter bulbs or add more lighting.
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.