King Cajun Seafood (Hahot Inc.)

Observed thawing shrimp on prep table in standing water. CA: PIC turned sink to allow for water to flow over thawing items. RCA: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - Thawing (C) (c) Thawing. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed:

1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; PF or

2. Completely submerged under running water:

(i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, PF

(ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow PF, and

(iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or

(iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including:

(I) The time the food is exposed to the running water and the time needed for preparation for cooking PF, or

(II) The time it takes under refrigeration to lower the food temperature to 41°F (5°C) PF;

Observed single service cup being used as a scoop in bulk sauce. CA: PIC removed cup. RCA: Educated PIC on proper storage of utensils.
511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored:

1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container;

2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon;

3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a);

4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes;

5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or

6. In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi).

Observed employee items in walk-in cooler and freezer not stored in a designated area. CA: PIC removed identified items and stored in designated cooler. RCA: Items must be stored under and away from food product, single service items and clean dishes. Items cannot be stored over or on prep areas.

Observed multiple sauces stored in prep cooler and at grill without the common name of food. Discussed good methods of labeling with PIC.

-Observed scoop handle in contact with food product (sugar). PIC removed scoop. Educated PIC on proper storage of "in-use" utensils.
Also, oberved "single-service to-go bowl" being used as a scoop in bulk rice. Educated PIC on scoops of food grade material, including a handle.
511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored:

1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container;

2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon;

3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a);

4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes;

5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or

Sanitizer test strips for dish-washer expired. PIC to re-order new test strips.

Main prep cooler for kitchen not holding temperature (all items 45 to 50 degrees F, see temperature log for specifics. Food items prepped and placed in cooler at approximately 12:00pm. PIC to use time as a public health control and discard remaining product at 4:00pm. Items were placed on ice.
Tartar sauce and shrimp sauces were discarded.

Dish machine not pulling sanitizer. Facility called Eco Lab for repairs. Facility to utilize dish washing in three compartment sink until repairs are made. Facility to advise when machine is repaired in order to verify machine working correctly.

Observed raw chicken thawing in prep sink in standing water. Educated PIC on maintain running water on thawing of frozen items.511-6-1.04(6)(c) - Thawing (C) (c) Thawing. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed:

1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or

2. Completely submerged under running water:

(i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below,

(ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow, and

(iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or

(iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including:

(I) The time the food is exposed to the running water and the time needed for preparation for cooking, or

(II) The time it takes under refrigeration to lower the food temperature to 41°F (5°C);

In discussion with PIC oyster tags are not stored with oysters, and no oyster tags stored for the 90-day period. Educated PIC on retaining the oyster tags in the facility for 90 days or 3 months. Showed head cook where oyster tags were located and made recommendations on where to store tags.

Dish machine not pulling sanitizer. Facility called Eco Lab for repairs. Facility to utilize dish washing in three compartment sink until repairs are made. Will verify sanitizer strength in the machine on Monday.

Disclosure (asterisk) not provided next to raw oysters on menu. Raw items are on page three of menu. Advisory is located on page six. Educated PIC on having asterisk next to raw or undercooked food items on menu.
511-6-1-.04(7)(e) - Consumer Advisory provided for raw/undercooked

1. Except as specified in subsections (5)(a)3, and (5)(a)(iv), and (9)(a)3 of this Rule, if an animal food such as beef, eggs, fish, lamb, pork, poultry, or shellfish is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in ready-to-eat form or as an ingredient in another ready-to-eat food, the permit holder shall inform consumers of the significantly increased risk of consuming such foods by way of a disclosure and reminder, as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means. The disclosure and reminder statements shall be worded in legible type in all capital letters and no smaller than font size #8, or if displayed on a menu board shall be printed no smaller than the smallest lettering used for a menu item. Pf

2. Disclosure shall include: (i) A description of the animal-derived foods, such as “oysters on the half shell (raw oysters),” “rawegg Caesar salad,” and “hamburgers (can be cooked to order);” Pf or (ii) Identification of the animal-derived foods by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. Pf

3. The reminder shall include asterisking the animal-derived foods requiring disclosure to a footnote that states:

(i) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness; Pf or (ii) Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Pf

Observed cooling red potatoes and corn (cooked at 11 am) with no visible means of cooling or temperature control. Educated PIC on cooling methods and provided handout for cooling procedures.

CA: PIC warmed up items to 165F and above which held for 15 sec or more. PIC restarted cooling procedure.