CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL # 2125

Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Observed multiple containers in walk in cooler cooling tightly covered with lids or wrapped tightly in Saran Wrap stacked vertically on shelves. Discussed with person in charge proper cooling methods and to remove or lightly cover lids. Employee removed lids and wrap and placed metal containers vertically on shelves inside walk in cooler

Observation Observed food being cooled using a non-approved method. Multiple containers of food in the walk-in cooler were tightly covered with lids or wrapped in plastic wrap and stacked vertically on the shelves, which can prevent proper heat release during cooling.

Corrective Action Proper cooling methods were discussed with the Person in Charge (PIC). During the inspection, the employee removed the lids and plastic wrap and rearranged the metal containers to allow for better air circulation while cooling in the walk-in cooler.

Violation Food must be cooled using approved methods that allow for proper heat transfer, such as loosely covering or leaving containers uncovered and arranging them to allow adequate air circulation during the cooling process.

Observation Observed clean pans stacked while still wet and not properly air-dried.

Corrective Action The Person in Charge (PIC) separated and staggered the stacked pans to allow for proper air drying during the inspection.

Violation Equipment and utensils must be allowed to air dry before stacking or storage

Observation Observed clean equipment and utensils not being stored inverted while drying. Pans were observed stored in an upright position.

Corrective Action Staff were instructed to store clean equipment and utensils inverted to allow for proper air drying

Violation Clean equipment and utensils must be stored inverted or in a self-draining position to allow for proper air drying

Observed employee with ineffective hair restraint. Observed two employees with long ponytails longer than 1/2 inch preparing orders without restraining pony tail. Also, observed male employee with hair locs longer than 1/2 inch with ineffective hair restraints. Two female employees put ponytails into a bun and employee removed visor and tucked hair into a hat. Discussed with manager, Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch.

Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Observed multiple containers in walk in cooler cooling tightly covered with lids or wrapped tightly in Saran Wrap stacked vertically on shelves. Discussed with person in charge proper cooling methods and to remove or lightly cover lids. Employee removed lids and wrap and placed metal containers vertically on shelves inside walk in cooler