ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION
Dec 18, 2023
6 recorded violations
Official wording
"3717-1-05.1(O)(2) - Violation - Using handwashing facility-Other purposes Handwashing facility is being used for purposes other than handwashing. "
Inspector’s notes
"OBSERVATION: Observed food debris inside of handsink at the service counter. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Operator will clean and use handsink ONLY 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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial wording
"3717-1-04.6(C)(3) - Violation - Food contact surfaces, chemical sanitizing After being cleaned, food-contact surfaces and utensils were not sanitized using an effective or approved combination of exposure time, chemical concentration, temperature, and/or pH."
Inspector’s notes
"Concentration of sanitizer was less than required in 3 comp sink and wiping cloth bucket. Sanitizer was remade. OK"
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.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelyOfficial wording
"3717-1-02.3(C) - Violation - Hair restraints, effectiveness Food employee(s) did not have their hair effectively restrained."
Inspector’s notes
"An employee was not wearing a hair covering during food preparation."
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesOfficial wording
"3717-1-04.8(E)(1) - Violation - Equipment, linens, single-service items-storage. Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, or single-service or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination."
Inspector’s notes
"Boxes single use food containers, etc. were stored on the floor in the dry storage closet in the basement."
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial wording
"3717-1-04.4(E) - Violation - Warewashing machines-manufacturers instructions. Warewashing machine was not operated according to the manufacturers instructions."
Inspector’s notes
"Observed pressure at 50 psi and wash gauge at less than 140F on mechanical dishmachine. Ensure gauges are accurate/service."
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
"3717-1-02.4(A)(2) - Violation - PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
Inspector’s notes
"PIC-Level 2 Certification No manager has level 2 certification in food protection."
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Cincinnati Health Department, Dec 18, 2023 · Original Source