4-702.11; Priority; Observed an employee cleaning metal baking trays but not sanitizing them before setting aside for air drying. Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use after cleaning. CDI - Metal trays placed in third compartment for sanitizing. REHS strongly recommends more training for dishwashing staff.
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4-501.114; Priority; When tested during the inspection, the concentration of the Quat sanitizing liquid was less than 150ppm. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual/mechanical operation shall be used in accordance with the EPA-registered label use instructions, and shall be used as follows: A quaternary ammonium compound shall have a concentration at minimum of 150ppm not to exceed 400ppm, as indicated by the manufacturer's use directions included in the labeling. CDI - Sanitizing compartment drained and refilled with sanitizing liquid at proper concentrations.
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3-501.16(A)(1); Priority; A couple containers of cooked foods were holding below 135F at the front steam line. TCS (time/temp control for safety) food in hot holding shall be maintained at 135F or above. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded out-of-temperature foods.
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3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; Several containers of TCS foods on the hotpot line were holding above 41F. TCS (time/temp control for safety) food in cold holding shall be maintained at 41F or less. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded out-of-temperature foods.
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3-501.15; Priority Foundation; A container of rice was cooling on the countertop while tightly wrapped in plastic. Cooling shall be accomplished by using one or more of the following methods based on the type of food being cooled: Placing the food in shallow pans; separating the food into smaller/thinner portions; using rapid cooling equipment; using containers that facilitate heat transfer; stirring the food in a container placed in an ice bath; or other effective methods. CDI - Plastic wrap was lifted and container was placed in walk-in cooler.
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3-501.13; Priority Foundation; Observed a container of raw pork thawing at room temperature. TCS food shall be thawed: Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41F or less; or completely submerged under running water at a temperature of 70F or below, with sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, and for a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41F, for more than 4 hours. CDI - Container of raw pork returned to walk-in to continue thawing.
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3-302.12; Core; Observed a couple containers of sugar, salt, and MSG without labels. Food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages for use in the food establishment, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the food. Add labels to the containers.
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4-601.11(B) and (C); Core; Observed residue buildup on the hood vents. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Clean hood vents.
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General Comments
If there are food or sanitation questions, contact your Registered Environmental Health Specialist at Samantha.Sparano@wake.gov or 919-618-8964.
3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; One container of tea eggs on the front service line was holding above 41F. TCS (time/temperature control for safety) foods in cold holding shall be maintained at 41F or less, except when time is used as the public health control. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded out-of-temperature eggs.
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4-901.11; Core; Observed an employee drying sanitized bowls with a towel then storing. After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining; and may not be cloth dried. Do not dry food containers with towels, allow containers to air dry.
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4-302.14; Priority Foundation; The establishment is missing sanitizer test papers. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Acquire new test strips for chemical sanitizer, follow-up by 3/28/2024.
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If there are food or sanitation questions, contact your Registered Environmental Health Specialist at Samantha.Sparano@wake.gov or 919-618-8964.
6-301.14; Core; The handwashing sinks were missing signage. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. CDI - REHS provided extra signage for sinks.
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3-101.11; Priority; Observed a couple of moldy peppers in the walk-in cooler. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded unsafe peppers.
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3-401.14; Priority; Observed pork belly that had sections that were fully cooked and other parts that were raw, upon further conversation the food employee stated that they were partially cooking the pork belly, cooling, then completing the cooking process at a later time. The establishment did not have written procedures or receive approval for a noncontinuous cooking process. Raw animal foods that are cooked using a non-continuous cooking process shall have obtained prior approval from the regulatory authority; are maintained in the food establishment and are available to the regulatory authority upon request; describe the requirements specified in the NC Food Code are to be monitored and documented by the permit holder and the corrective actions taken if the requirements are not met. CDI - PIC voluntarily discarded partially cooked pork. If this establishment wishes to participate in noncontinuous cooking processes, the establishment must reach out to the REHS for review and approval of processes.
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3-501.16 (A)(2) and (B); Priority; Observed several TCS foods stored at the hotpot line were holding above 41F, see table. TCS (time/temperature control for safety) foods in cold holding shall be maintained at 41F or less, except when time is used as the public health control. CDI - Out-of-temperature foods moved to coolers for cooling. This unit is not intended for cold-holding, REHS does not recommend storing cold foods in this unit.
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3-501.19; Priority Foundation; Observed establishment correctly using time control for hot case items but a written procedure was not available. If time without temperature control is used as the public health control for a working supply of TCS food that is held for display or service: Written procedures shall be prepared in advance, maintained in the food establishment and made available to the regulatory authority upon request that specify methods of compliance. Fill out time control form and have available, follow up by 11/13/2023.
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4-302.12; Priority Foundation; Unable to locate food thermometer during the inspection. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring attainment and maintenance of food temperatures. Acquire food thermometer for this establishment. Follow-up by 11/13/2023.
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4-903.11(A), (B) and (D); Core; Observed several metal food containers stacked together while wet. Clean equipment and utensils shall be stored: in a self-draining position that allows air drying; and covered or inverted. CDI - Containers separated to allow for air drying.
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4-101.11; Core; Observed raw pork stored in direct contact with a cardboard box. Materials used in the construction of utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be: Durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent; finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface; and sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated warewashing; etc. CDI - Raw meat was removed from box and placed into a different container. Do not store foods in direct contact with cardboard.
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General Comments
If there are any questions, contact your Registered Environmental Health Specialist at Samantha.Sparano@wake.gov or 919-618-8964. Follow-Up: 11/13/2023
