American Deli

Observed the back door propped open with a cart. PIC states the door was opened to allow the floor to dry. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. COS: PIC closed the door.

Observed a chemical pump bottle stored in the kitchen without the common name. Person in charge (PIC) states that it is oven/grill cleaner and showed me the bulk container it comes in. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. When removing chemical from bulk supply, the product must be labeled with the common name. PIC states he will write grill cleaner on the pump container.

Observed the inspection report posted from 2/13/2025. The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view at all times, within fifteen feet of the front or primary public door and between five feet and seven feet from the floor and in an area where it can be read at a distance of one foot away. Post the most recent inspection report.

Observed white rice being stored inside the prep top cooler above 41 F. Per the person in charge the rice was cooked this morning around 9:30a.m. 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. The food item was placed inside the walk in cooler to cool down to 41 F or below.

Observed a pink substance-like build-up on the baffle wall of the ice machine. Food-contact surfaces and utensils such as ice bins, shall be cleaned absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. Discard existing ice to wash, rinse and sanitize the interior of the unit.

Observed a chemical spray bottle stored inside of a bucket at the 3 compartment sink without the common name written on the outside of the container. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. When removing chemical from bulk supply, the product must be labeled with the common name. Place a label on the spray bottle with its contents.

Observed several live and dead roaches throughout the facility: inside the bathroom, walk-in cooler, and the hallway. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests. Arrow Exterminators treated the facility on 6/18/25. Continue to work with a reputable pest control company to treat the facility. Remove dead insects from the walk-in cooler, bathroom, and hallway.

Observed an employee's yogurt being stored inside the cooler of the prep top cooler unit. Also observed an employee's purse, cellphone and other belongings being stored next to items used for customers. All personal items must be stored away from food, single-use items, and clean equipment. Train the employees on where to store cell phones, bottled drinks, and personal food in the cooler.

Observed a food handler frying chicken wings while wearing wrist jewelry. Also observed a food handler actively preparing food at the grill while wearing a ring with stones. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food. Ensure employees are not wearing jewelry, except for a plain wedding band.

Observed a container of non-tcs rice in the dry storage area with a measuring cup being used as a scooper. The handle of the measuring cup is touching the rice. In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon. Corrected on Site (COS): Person in charge removed the utensil from the container of rice.

observed of bulk bag of seasoned fish breading open while being stored in the food storage area. Food shall be stored in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. Tightly cover the bulk bag of seasoned fish breading in a container, ziploc bag, or plastic wrap.

Observed bulk container of cooked rice made yesterday with a temperature of 47°F inside the walk in cooler. Cooked time/temperature control for safety food shall be cooled: Within a total of 6 hours from 135°F to 41°F or less. Rice discarded. Educate staff on proper cooling methods procedures.

Observed the rear hand washing sink next to the three compartment sink inoperable. A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Repair the sink immediately.

Observed bulk container of cooked rice tightly covered with heavy condensation on its lid while in the cooling process. When placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be: Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food. Food discarded due to time/temperature parameters were not met.

Observed no thermometer for checking food temperatures during today's inspection. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring the attainment and maintenance of food temperatures. Purchase a thermometer.

Observed damp wiping cloths stored on top of the prep top cooler. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n).Employee placed cloths in sanitizer solution.

Observed heavy black substance-like build-up on the soda nozzles at the self-dispense drink machine. Food contact surfaces such as soda nozzles must be cleaned frequently. The soda nozzles must be cleaned daily. Clean soda nozzles.

Observed no thermometer for checking food temperatures during today's inspection. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and readily accessible for use in ensuring the attainment and maintenance of food temperatures. Purchase a thermometer.

Observed a food handler making sandwiches without wearing a hair restraint. 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. This does not apply to employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food, clean utensils and linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Place a hair restraint on loose hair to prevent contamination.

Observed a gap at the bottom of the back door where outside light is noticed. Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Add a door sweep or seal to prevent the outside light from being noticed which will keep rodents/pests from entering inside of the establishment.

Observed an employee chocolate milk drink being stored in the ice machine with the ice for customer use. Food shall be protected from contamination that may result from a factor or source not specified in this subsection of the rule. Remove chocolate milk and burn all the ice and wash, rinse, and sanitize ice machine before making new ice.

Observed the back door propped open allowing the entrance of pests. Outer openings shall be closed at all times but if doors or windows need to be open for ventilation or used as an exit there must be barrier like a mesh structure or air curtain to avoid pest entry. Shut back door.