Pita Mediterranean Street Food

Several TCS items in the reach in cooler to the left of the grill were observed holding temperatures above 41 degrees F (see temperatures above). Code: PIC discarded items. Code: time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F or below

Observed TCS items in a steam well near the rotisserie grill holding temperatures below 135 degrees F. (see temperatures above) COS: items discarded. Code: time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at or below or 135°F.

Observed that the facility was using a vertical rotisserie cooker and PIC stated that the food item was on time. The facility was unable to provide a written plan and was not monitoring or tracking the time nor temperature of the food item. Code: time/temperature control for safety food that is displayed or held for sale or service, shall have written procedures prepared in advance and maintained in the food service establishment.

Observed a reach in cooler to the left of the grill not holding the correct ambient temperature (49 degrees F). PIC stated that someone is coming out to fix the unit and he will not be using that unit until then. Code: Equipment for holding cold food, shall be sufficient.

Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the counter. COS: Wet wiping cloths were placed into sanitizer solution. Code: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution that is at the appropriate concentration between uses.

Observed accumulation of debris on the inside of reach-in units. Code: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed that there was no written notification of major allergen use. CA: The facility shall notify consumers by written notification of the presence of major food allergens as an ingredient in unpackaged food items that are served or sold to the consumer.

Observed facility cooling pans of chicken by having them sit on the counter. COS. Items placed in refrigeration. CA: Cooling shall be done by approved methods.

Observed facility did not have food service permit posted. CA: Permit shall be posted in public view.

Observed accumulation of debris on the inside of reach-in units. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed facility thawing meats on countertops. COS. Items placed in refrigeration. CA: Thawing shall be done by approved methods.

Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the counter. COS. Wet wiping cloths placed into sanitizer solution that was at the appropriate concentration. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution that is at the appropriate concentration between uses.

Observed facility did not have the most recent inspection report posted. CA: The most recent inspection report shall be posted 15 feet from the door, 5-7 feet from the ground, and readable from 1 foot away.

Observed facility did not have the permit posted. CA: The permit shall be posted in public view.

Observed several containers of food stored uncovered. COS. Lids placed. CA: Food shall be stored covered.

Observed that cups were being used as scoops and stored in the product. COS. Scoops were placed with the handle above the product. CA: Scoops shall be available with an handle and handle shall be above the level of product.

Observed container stacked while wet. COS. Containers unstacked to properly air dry. CA: Containers shall be properly air dried prior to stacking.

Observed that the facility was using a vertical rotisserie and that the internal part of the rotisserie was in the 70s; this item was prepared from cold. PIC states that the item is on time, but is not keeping track of time nor is able to provide a written plan for TPHC. CA: TCS food that uses cold holding as a control for safety shall be held at 41 F or below.

Observed food service employees wearing jewelry on their wrists. CA: With the exception of a plain band ring, no jewelry may be worn on the hands or wrists including a medical information bracelet.

Observed wet wiping cloths stored on the counter. COS. Wet wiping cloths placed into sanitizer solution that was at the appropriate concentration. CA: Wet wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizer solution that is at the appropriate concentration between uses.

Observed that cups were being used as scoops and stored in the product. COS. Scoops were placed with the handle above the product. CA: Scoops shall be available with an handle and handle shall be above the level of product.

Observed single-use container was stored up right. COS. Inverted. CA: Single-use items shall be stored to prevent contamination.

Observed that cup was being used as scoops and stored in the product. COS. Scoops were placed with the handle above the product. CA: scoops shall be available with an handle and handle shall be above the level of product.

Observed single- use container was stored up right. COS. utensils inverted. CA: Utensils shall be stored to protect the use end.

Observed personal item was stored on food contact area. COS. item removed. CA: personal item shall be place at designated area for employee activities only.