U.S. AMERICAN DELI

Observed a container of chopped lettuce, an open jar of mayonnaise, and a container filled with perishable blue cheese and ranch sauce improperly cold holding. The mayonnaise and the lettuce were placed in a prep top cooler that was in disrepair. The sauces were left on the counter. (See temperature log for temperatures). CA: 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: Each of those items were discarded.

Observed thawed French fries sitting in a container on the table left open. The top was sitting on the counter space under. CA: (iv) Except as specified under paragraph 2. of this subsection and when cooling as specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.04(6)(e)2.(ii), storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination; Discussed with PIC that when the french fries are not currently being used that they must be covered. PIC stated that it is easier for her to work with the french fries uncovered and that she did not want to cover them.

Observed multiple TCS (time/temperature controlled for safety) foods cold holding at temperatures above 41F. Observed tuna salad at 44 degrees, one container of cooked rice at 49 and another container of cooked rice at 45.
COS: PIC voluntarily discarded all TCS foods above 41 degrees.

CA: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 or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. P

Observed multiple chicken sauce containers with chicken sauce being reused without properly washing and sanitizing at least every four hours.

CA: Except as specified in paragraph 3 of this subsection, if used with time/temperature control for safety food, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at least every 4 hours throughout the day. P

COS: PIC took down all chicken sauce containers and emptied them then placed them in the 3 compartment sink to be washed.

Observed mop sink, which is located outside and behind the restaurant, was leaking.

Observed the faucet of the one compartment sink, also leaking.

CA: System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair

Advised to have the sinks serviced by 5/8/25.

Observed a container meant for ketchup that contained oyster sauce.

CA: General Requirements. Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be made of materials that do not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions, and shall be: P safe P, durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent. In addition, materials shall be sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated warewashing and shall be finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Materials shall be resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion and decomposition.

Advised PIC to obtain reusable food grade containers to use.

Observed no test strips to accurately measure chlorine.

CA: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Pf

Advised PIC to obtain test strips by 5/15/25.

Observed the Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) certificate for Myung Kwon expired on 10/18/20. Advised PIC to send proof that they have signed up to take the CFSM certification exam by 07/15/23.

Upon arrival, observed the most recent food service inspection report not posted. An older inspection report (89 B from 08/21/21) was posted instead of the current inspection report (74 C from 06/15/23). Advised to always post the most current inspection report within 15 feet of the primary door, 5-7 feet from the floor, where easily visible to customers. COS: PIC posted the current inspection report during this inspection.

Observed one light above the cook area missing it's protective shield/cover. PIC showed me they have the cover and stated they took it down to be cleaned. This was an advisement during the last routine inspection. Advised to reattach cover by 07/01/23.

Observed multiple TCS (time/temperature controlled for safety) foods stored at temperatures above 41F. Observed sticks of butter at 45F, sliced American cheese at 46F and tzatziki sauce (with buttermilk) at 46F, all located in the Prep Top Cooler. Observed the ambient temperature of the cooler at 43F. COS: PIC discarded all TCS foods that were above 41F. PIC moved other TCS foods to a cooler that was holding at 41F or lower. Advised not to hold any TCS foods in the cooler until the ambient (air) temperature is at 41F or lower (ideally between 36F to 38F).

Observed the Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM) certificate for Myung Kwon expired on 10/18/20. Advised PIC to send proof that they have signed up to take the CFSM certification exam by 07/15/23.

Observed the soda nozzle at the self-service beverage machine unclean to sight and touch. Observed a build of black substance on the soda nozzle. Advised to thoroughly clean and sanitized all soda nozzles. COS: PIC removed soda nozzles to clean and sanitize and replaced with new soda nozzles.

Observed 4 containers of insect spray that is not approved for use in commercial food service establishments. Advised that chemicals that are not approved for use in commercial food service establishments may not be used or stored inside the facility. COS: PIC discarded the pest chemicals.

Observed 2 spray bottles of water and 2 bottles of oil with no labels. Advised to label all foods that are not easily identifiable by sight with the products common name. COS: PIC labeled all food containers.

Observed the pipes to the mop sink leaking and not connected to the mop sink. Advised to repair by 06/17/23.