CHINA MAX

Observed TCS foods in reach in cooler in front service area holding higher than 41 degrees F (chicken and egg rolls 44-46 degrees) less than 4 hours. CA: TCS foods under must maintain at minimum 41 degrees F or below. COS: pic rapidly cooled down chicken and egg rolls in freezer

Observed large bus tub of rice in walk in cooler at 148 degrees F less than 1 hour. CA: Cooling must be done by approved methods for rapidly cooling of food. COS: pic portioned rice into smaller amounts and placed in area where more air flow can help facilitate rapid cooling of food.

Observed boxes of cream cheese held past the expiration date of 3/22. CA: discussed expired foods with pic-pic discarded cream cheese

Observed box of unwashed broccoli stored on floor while preparing. CA: discussed storage of food off floor to prevent contamination of food with pic-pic stored properly

Observed door of walk-in cooler in poor condition. CA: discussed replacing or properly repairing door with approved materials to seal and insulate cooler properly with pic

observed lighting at grill/frying area (back of kitchen) not working. CA: discussed replacing/repairing lighting in kitchen area with pic

Observed ventilation hood not operating in front of kitchen above fryer. CA: discussed repairing hood for ventilation during frying with pic-front fryer cannot be used until ventilation hood is operating properly.

Observed employee drinks stored directly on food prep table at front kitchen area. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. Employee drinks were relocated to approved designated area away from food prep surfaces

Observed multiple large food storage containers stored directly on the floor in back hallway area. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. All dishes were relocated to 3 compartment sink to be properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized. Employees were instructed to store dishes inside kitchen dish area off the floor at all times

Observed black buildup on gaskets of cooler at front kitchen area. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. Employees cleaned and sanitized gaskets onsite. They were reminded to do this regularly to prevent buildup.

Observed personal food items not labeled in dry storage and refrigerator at back hallway. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. All personal food items must be separated from customer foods and labeled at all times

Observed eggrolls reheated before being placed on front end service steam well. Eggrolls were found to be below 165 degrees. CA: Discussed proper reheating methods with PIC. PIC will ensure reheated foods reach proper temperature before serving.

Observed large amount of grilled chicken stacked in plastic tub in ice bath. Grilled chicken stacked excessively to where ice bath could not cool the chicken properly. CA: Discussed proper cooling methods with PIC. PIC will use smaller portions and utilize shallow metal trays for cooling purposes.

Observed grease buildup on shelf above grill and accumulations of grease and debris on floor underneath grill. CA: PIC will have equipment and areas cleaned.

Observed debris and various items cluttering the connecting alcove behind main kitchen area. CA: PIC will clean and organize the area.