American Deli

Observed two containers of rice cold holding at 41F and above in WIC. Advised PIC Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. COS: Had PIC discard containers of rice.

Observed cooked wings improperly hot-holding at fryer basket for less than 4-hour. Observed multiple beef patties improperly hot-holding at steam well for less than 4-hour. Advised PIC Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 135°F (57°C) or above. COS: Had food employee reheat wings at fryer basket and beef patties at stove-top.

Observed food employee drinking in food prep area with single-use bottle with no lid and straw. Advised PIC Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed. COS: Had food employee relocate to designated area.

Observed multiple sauce bottles and one container of flour bulk food item container. Advised PIC to label information shall include: The common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement.

Observed container of bulk single-service for soy sauce being re-used to store honey. Advised PIC single-service and single-use articles may not be reused.

Observed multiple stained ceiling tiles in main kitchen area and unisex bathroom. Advised PIC all physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

Observed food contact surface interior of ice machine with debris. Advised PIC at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.

Observed personal cellphone and cookies stored on rack with sauces. Advised PIC lockers or other suitable facilities shall be provided and used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions. COS: Had PIC relocate personal belongings.

Observed food employee adjust hat then proceeded to handle and plate cooked philly sandwich with the same pair of gloves. Advised PIC food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food and before donning gloves to initiate a task that involves working with food. COS: PIC discarded philly sandwich and removed gloves to properly wash hands at the designated handwash sink.

Upon arrival, observed ceiling tiles at facility with food splatter and staining throughout main kitchen. Advised PIC that physical facilities shall be kept clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Advised PIC to clean ceiling tiles thoroughly.

During time of inspection, observed storage rack with rusting and staining. Advised PIC that nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Advised PIC to replace storage rack.

Upon arrival, observed ceiling tiles at facility with food splatter and staining throughout main kitchen. Advised PIC that physical facilities shall be kept clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Advised PIC to clean ceiling tiles thoroughly.

Observed food handler place raw shredded chicken on stove top with gloves then proceed to lift RTE wings at fryer, handled fry basket with same gloves. Advised PIC If used, single-use gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with ready-to-eat food or with raw animal food, used for no other purpose, and discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation. COS: Had food handler cease preparation, wash hands, and don new gloves.

Upon arrival, Observed coffee residue and spill inside of front-food service handsink. Advised PIC A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. COS: Had PIC remove coffee residue and spills from inside front-food service handsink.

Observed accumulation on fan inside of WIC, blowing int he direction of food items. Advised PIC Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified under paragraphs (a) through (y) of this subsection.

Observed visible light entry at backdoor of facility, leading to the outside. Advised PIC outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: tight-fitting doors.

Observed cardboard lining multiple shelving racks throughout facility. Advised PIC Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material. COS: Had PIC remove all cardboard lining from shelving racks throughout facility.

Observed cart blocking hand wash sink in the front and back hand sink in the main kitchen. Advised PIC that all hand wash sinks shall be maintained so that it is easily accessible at all times. COS: PIC removed cart from both front and back hand wash sink.

Observed sanitization concentration reading 10 ppm Cl at the 3-compartment sink. Advised PIC that when using chlorine-based sanitizer, the sanitization concentration shall read between 50-100 ppm Cl. COS: PIC remade concentration to read 50 ppm Cl.

Observed 2022 Food Service permit posted in public view. Advised PIC that a current Food Service permit shall be displayed in public view.