Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf) One spray bottle glass cleaner not labeled. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. Labeled at time of inspection. No points taken.
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.
4-501.11 Gaskets on reach in coolers torn. Maintain equipment in good repair. Replace.
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.
6-501.12 Cleaning needed walls and ceilings around vents. 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.
3-304.12; Core; Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine but is only half on tray and half on top of unit. In between use utensils; such as scoops used only with non potentially hazardous foods shall be stored in a clean 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.
4-501.11 Gasket on reach in cooler to right is badly torn. Maintain equipment in good repair. Replace.
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.
3-501.18; Priority; Chili that was properly date marked has exceeded the time/temperature limit. Foods that are maintained at 41F or below may be held no more than 7 days. Foods were discarded during inspection.
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.
3-304.12; Core; Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. In between use utensils; such as scoops used only with non potentially hazardous foods shall be stored in a clean location. Store in ice with handle sticking out of ice OR on a plate or similar that is washed and sanitized daily.
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.
2-102.12 (A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C) Facility does not have a person in charge with the Food Protection Manager Certification. The person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager.
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.
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-204.11 Sanitizers; Criteria - Chemicals (P) Chemical sanitizer in bucket at cook line registering between 250-300ppm; which exceeds requirement of 50-200ppm. Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations; diluting as required. Corrected During Inspection - Inspector advised PIC to dilute the solution to meet 50-200ppm. 7-102.11 Common Name - Working Containers (Pf) Chemical spray bottles observed in dish area were not properly labeled to identify the contents. Label working containers of poisonous or toxic materials. Corrected During Inspection - PIC labeled bottles at time of inspection. 7-201.11 Separation - Storage (P) Many different types of chemicals are currently being stored on shelving above three compartment sink. First aid supplies with medicine also stored on drain board of three compartment sink. Store toxic materials to avoid contamination of food; equipment; utensils; linens; and single-service/use items. Corrected During Inspection - While three compartment sink is not currently in use; as piping has fallen off underneath; inspector advised PIC to relocate these items to proper chemical storage location.
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.
notedCode 3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) Open bucket of pickles stored directly on floor in walk in cooler. Store food in a cleanContamination
Official wording
Contamination prevented during food preparation; storage & display
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C) Open bucket of pickles stored directly on floor in walk in cooler. Store food in a clean; dry location; not exposed to contamination and at least 6 inches above the floor.
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.
4-901.11 (B) Employee observed using white towel to dry squeeze bottle container. After cleaning and sanitizing; equipment and utensils may not be cloth dried.
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.
notedCode 5-103.12 Pressure (Pf) Water to three compartment sink has been completely turned off. Water under pressure shall be supplied to all fixtures. Corrected During Inspection - While water is able to be resupplied to the three compartment sinkOther
Official wording
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector’s notes
5-103.12 Pressure (Pf) Water to three compartment sink has been completely turned off. Water under pressure shall be supplied to all fixtures. Corrected During Inspection - While water is able to be resupplied to the three compartment sink; the piping underneath to all compartments has fallen off and needs to be resealed. PIC stated a plumber would be contacted to fix piping to ensure water is always supplied to sinks. Facility has prep sinks and an operational dish machine that is meeting data plate requirements at the time of inspection; but inspector emphasized the importance of having the three compartment sink as a back up in the event the dish machine is not operating properly.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
notedCode 5-205.15 Three compartment sink compartment are no longer plumbedWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15 Three compartment sink compartment are no longer plumbed; as the main pipeline has fallen off. Maintain a plumbing system in good repair.
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 2-102.12 (A)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Certified Food Protection Manager
Inspector’s notes
2-102.12 (A); Core; At the time of inspection there wasn't a person in charge with the Food Protection Manager Certification. The person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager. REPEAT
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.
4-601.11 (A); Priority Foundation; Tea urn nozzles and area around nozzles observed with organic debris build up. Soda nozzles observed with debris build up. Equipment food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. Corrected During Inspection - PIC removed nozzles to further clean. Tea urns were completed empty at the time of inspection; but are directly attached to soda lines for tea. Facility will ensure these pieces are removed for cleaning more often to preclude build up. Pieces of soda machine were removed for further cleaning during inspection. Tea urns were cleaned around nozzles as well.
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.
3-501.18; Priority; Pulled pork with a prep date that exceeds 7 days (4/28) was observed inside walk in cooler. Temperature control for safety/ready to eat foods shall be discarded once 7 day shelf life has been exceeded. Corrected During Inspection - PIC immediately discarded this item
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.
Toxic substances properly identified stored & used
Inspector’s notes
7-204.11 ; Priority; Sanitizer spray bottle observed that exceeds 200ppm of chlorine. Chemical sanitizers applied to food contact surfaces shall meet the appropriate requirements (50-200pp chlorine). Corrected During Inspection - PIC immediately discarded contents of container.; 7-201.11; Priority; Chemical spray bottle that exceeds 200ppm observed being stored on splash guard of prep sinks in back prep area were fish and shrimp were observed thawing. Poisonous or toxic materials shall be stored so they cannot contaminate food; equipment; utensils; linens; single use items; etc. Corrected During Inspection - Spray bottle was emptied and moved from this location.
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.
4-602.13; Core; Debris build up observed on cracks and crevices of sliding lid on top of ice machine in kitchen area. Nonfood contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation. Corrected During Inspection - Ice was melted down immediately in order to clean these areas appropriately. Facility will clean and sanitize ice bin prior to placing new ice inside unit once cleaning is completed.
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 2-102.12 (A)Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
Certified Food Protection Manager
Inspector’s notes
2-102.12 (A); Core; At the time of inspection there wasn't a person in charge with the Food Protection Manager Certification. The person in charge shall be a certified food protection manager. REPEAT
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)(1) ; Priority; Cheese sauce on stove top observed at 115 F. Temperature control for safety foods shall be maintained at 135 F or higher. Corrected During Inspection - Upon discussing this with PIC; it was stated that this product burns easily if the temperature is too high; therefore the heat is constantly being adjusted to ensure it doesn't burn. Inspector discussed the importance of ensuring this product; if trying to obtain 135 F; is not being adjusted due to going in and out of temperature danger zone. Instead; inspector suggested utilizing Time as a Public Health Control and provided documents for this process.
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.
3-501.18; Priority; Hot dogs observed with a date of 12/4/23 as well as pulled pork with a date from 11/22/23. Temperature control for safety; ready to eat foods shall be discarded once 7 day shelf life has been met. Corrected During Inspection - PIC voluntarily discarded hot dogs. Per PIC; the pulled pork was frozen; then thawed and stored in walk in cooler. Inspector discussed the importance of ensuring these products; once pulled from freezer and thawed; are dated to indicate when the product was place back under refrigeration in order to track the shelf life.
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.
3-304.12; Core; Scoop without handle being stored directly in cheese sauce on stove top. Utensils shall have handles and handles shall be stored so that it is above the top of the food within the container.
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.
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector’s notes
4-903.12; Core; Wrapped single use items observed being stored directly inside of a box that was previously storing raw chicken. Single use may not be stored in a way that could lead to potential sources of contamination.
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.
Meets ventilation & lighting requirements; designated areas used
Inspector’s notes
6-403.11; Core; Open employee drink stored directly above food prep area. Employee shall eat or drink only in designated areas so that food; equipment; linens; and other items are protected from contamination.; 4-202.18; Core; Filters of hood system have debris build up.
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.