Bangkok Cabin Thai Street Food

Observed bean sprouts, shredded cabage, green onions, and butter in prep top cooler holding at a temperature greater than 41 F. CA: Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F. COS: PIC indicated that food was out of temp for less than 4 hours therefore food was moved to walk in cooler to rapidly cool.

Observed sanitizer in mechanical dishwash machine at a concentration lower than manufacturers recommended concentration. CA: A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions. PIC will have dish machine repaired by correct by date and sanitize dishes in the three compartment sink.

Observed utensils stored in container of water reading at 80F in main kitchen area. CA: During pauses in food preparation, utensils may be stored in a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F or under a running velocity. COS: PIC removed utensil to be cleaned and sanitized and placed in a dry clean area.

Observed shelving in walk in cooler rusted. CA: Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements. PIC will have shelving repaired by correct by date.

Observed employee re-usable cup stored on prep top cooler cutting board in main kitchen area. CA: Employee drinks shall be in a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw and stored in a designated area to prevent any possible contamination. COS: PIC had cup removed out of kitchen.

Observed no hand drying provisions at handsink in front food service area. CA: Each handwashing sink shall be provided with hand cleanser. COS: PIC brought paper towels to handwashing sink.

Observed ice maker, microwave, and mounted can opener not maintained clean to sight and touch. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC will have food contact surfaces cleaned by date.

Observed soups kept in walk in cooler past discard date. CA: A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen. COS: PIC discarded food.

Observed utensil (rice spoon) stored in container of water reading at 80F in main kitchen area. CA: During pauses in food preparation, utensils may be stored in a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F or under a running velocity. COS: PIC removed utensil to be cleaned and sanitized and placed in a dry clean area.

Observed containers stacked without being properly air dried. CA: Equipment and utensils shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food. COS: PIC will have containers re washed and properly air dried.

Observed floors around equipment with build up of food and debris. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. COS: PIC will have floors cleaned by correct by date.

Observed employee cell phone and speakers stored on prep top cooler about food. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: PIC moved employee items to designated area.

Observed no hand soap at handsink in front food service area. CA: Each handwashing sink shall be provided with hand cleanser. COS: PIC placed soap at handsink.

Observed vegetable slicer and can opener not cleaned at a frequency to be maintained clean to sight and touch. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC removed equipment to be detailed clean.

Observed food prep tables/ lower shelves, and gaskets around prep top cooler doors with accumulation of food debris build up in main kitchen area. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. COS: PIC had employee begin cleaning main kitchen area.

Observed prepped raw chicken kebabs stored over opened portioned containers of raw pork and raw beef in walk in cooler. CA: Food items are to be stored by internal cook temperature. COS: PIC arranged food items in cooler to prevent possible contamination.

Observed PIC unable to demonstrate or verify that employees have been informed of their responsibilities to report symptoms and illnesses. CA: PIC must present documentation to show employees were informed of when to report. Health dept. to check back. DPH form provided.

Observed employee re-usable cup stored on prep top cooler cutting board in main kitchen area. CA: Employee drinks shall be in a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw and stored in a designated area to prevent any possible contamination. COS: PIC had cup removed out of kitchen.

Observed plastic water bottle stored on shelf above prep top unit in main kitchen area. CCA: Employee drinks shall be in a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw and stored in a designated area to prevent any possible contamination. COS: PIC discarded drink.

Observed multiple containers of soups and curries stored without lids in walk in cooler. CA: Food items to be stored wrapped or with covering to prevent from overhead contamination. COS: PIC covered all containers.

Observed bulk ice machine not cleaned at a frequency to be maintained clean to sight and touch. CA: Equipment such as bulk ice machines shall be cleaned at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulations. PIC will have ice machine detailed by correct by date indicated.

Observed fried tofu stored on lower shelf of prep top unit without datemark label. PIC could not verify when tofu was prepared. CA: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, TCS food prepared and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked for a maximum of 7 days, starting with prep day as day 1. COS: PIC discarded food item.

Observed food employee wearing watch while preparing food in main kitchen area. CA: Employees shall not wear jewelry on hands or wrist while preparing or handling food, with the exception of a plain wedding band. COS: PIC had employee remove watch, and wash hands.

Observed food employee preparing food in main kitchen area without hair restraint. CA: 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. PIC will provide employees with hats or hair nets.

Observed utensil (rice spoon) stored in container of water reading at 80F in main kitchen area. CA: During pauses in food preparation, utensils may be stored in a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F or under a running velocity. COS: PIC removed utensil to be cleaned and sanitized and placed in a dry clean area.

Observed dish machine sanitizer reading at a concentration lower than manufacturer's recommendation. CA: PIC will place work order and use 3 vat sink until in good repair.

Observed can opener not cleaned at a frequency to be maintained clean to sight and touch. CA: PIC removed can opener to be cleaned and sanitized.

Observed fried tofu, cut lettuce, and cut cabbage without datemark label. CA: PIC stated items had been in facility greater than 24hours therefore were discarded.

Observed utensils stored in container of water below 135F in main kitchen area, and front food service area. CA: PIC removed utensils to be cleaned and sanitized and placed in a dry clean area.