Korean Restaurant

Observed bowl of raw eggs stored on top of a container of cooked pork in the reach in cooler. Food shall be protected from contamination by arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. COS: PIC placed raw eggs below cooked pork.

Observed multiple food items held in reach in cooler for more than 24 hours without date mark. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1.

Observed raw chicken and raw pork stored above vegetables in reach in cooler. Food shall be protected from contamination by arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. COS: PIC rearranged cooler based on cook temp.

Observed multiple food items in buckets stored less than 6 inches off the floor. In a clean, dry location; where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. PIC must add shelving for these items or remove them from the floor.

Observed back door is not tight fitting. Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. PIC needs to have gaps around door repaired and ensure door is self-closing and tight fitting.

Observed a rat run through the kitchen. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by: routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; using methods, if pests are found, such as trapping devices or other means of pest control as specified under subsections (6)(e), (6)(m), and (6)(n) of this Rule; Pf and eliminating harborage conditions. PIC must call pest control specialist.

Observed air gaps on three compartment sink and prep sink are not sufficient. An air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture, equipment or nonfood equipment shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than 1 inch (25 mm). PIC needs to have licensed plumber extend air gaps.

Observed scoop stored in sugar with handle touching the sugar. When stored in food that is not a time/temperature control for safety food, in use utensils shall be placed 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. COS: PIC moved scoop.

Observed multiple holes in walls, floors, and ceilings throughout the facility including multiple holes near dry storage area, in the kitchen ceiling, and near the bathroom areas. Observed dirt and food debris on build up on the floor throughout the facility. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. PIC needs to have holes repaired and clean thoroughly.

Observed facility has old propane cookers on the back porch and some smaller equipment that is no longer used in the facility.The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as litter or equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used and litter. PIC needs to get rid of any equipment that is not in use.

Observed light bulbs in kitchen did not have protective shielding. 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 needs to get a cover for light bulbs.