Hibachi Express

Observed raw beef stored above broccoli and zucchini in the WIC. CA: Food shall be protected from cross contamination by arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. PIC will teach staff the hierarchy of food storage.

Observed the interior of the ice machine not clean. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. PIC will have the ice machine cleaned.

Observed no hot or cold water at the employee hand washing sink near the WIC. CA: Water under pressure shall be provided to all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that are required to use water except that water supplied as specified under subsection (1)(k)1 and 2 to a temporary food service operation or in response to a temporary interruption of a water supply need not be under pressure. PIC will have the water issue fixed.

Observed the previous inspection score not posted at the drive thru window. CA: Food service establishments with drive-thru windows will post the current inspection report, and also have the inspection report posted so that a minimum of the top one-third of a copy of the current inspection report is visible through each window allowing customers to easily read the score, date of inspection and establishment information. PIC will post the current inspection score at the drive-thru window.

Observed TCS food (chicken) in the prep top cooler not being maintained at 41 degrees fahrenheit. 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 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. PIC removed the chicken from the Prep top cooler .

Observed chicken being thawed on the prep table. CA: Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less completely submerged under running water at a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below. PIC placed the chicken in the WIC.

Observed no test strips for testing sanitizer solution at the 3 compartment sink. CA: Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device. PIC will provide test strips for the 3compartment sink.

Observed TCS food (chicken) in the prep top cooler not being maintained at 41 degrees fahrenheit. 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 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. PIC placed the chicken in the WIC to cool down.

Observed no sanitizer being used at the 3 compartment sink. CA: A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions. PIC made up sanitizer solution at 3 compartment sink.

Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the lobby area. CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the ceiling tiles replaced.

Observed (peas and carrots, egg rolls, and wontons) uncovered in the RIC. CA: Store 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. PIC covered the food items.

Observed no test strips at the 3 compartment sink. CA: A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/L of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. PIC will purchase test strips.

Observed an accumulation of dust on the fans in the WIC. CA: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC will have the fans clean.

Observed an accumulation of grease on the fume hood. CA: Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. PIC will have the hood clean.

Observed holes in the ceiling tiles in the dry storage and main kitchen. CA:Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. PIC will replace the ceiling tiles.

Observed holes in the wall near the 3 compartment sink. CA: Floors, Walls, and Ceilings, Cleanability. Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. PIC will repair the holes.

Observed employee's drinks on shelf in dry storage area and on prep table. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. PIC designated an area in the kitchen for employee's food items.

Observed uncovered food (egg rolls, wontons, chicken, carrots, and peas) in reach in cooler. CA: Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contaminations. PIC covered food in reach-in cooler.

Observed box of beef and eggrolls on the floor of the walk-in freezer. CA: Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food: at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. PIC moved food items to at least 6 inches off of the floor.

Observed uncovered food (egg rolls, carrots, and peas) in reach in cooler. CA: Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: storing food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contaminations. PIC covered food in reach-in cooler.

Observed drink dispenser near drive thru not clean to sight and touch. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned: In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold.PIC will have the drink dispenser cleaned.

Observed cardboard used as a surface on the floor and also on the front of the grill. CA: 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. PIC will remove cardboard.

Observed light shields missing in main kitchen in prep area and near three compartment sink. CA: 1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. PIC will have light shields replaced.