HIBACHI GRILL BUFFET

Multiple items found in WIC (Cooked shrimp, boiled eggs, crab salad) found with no prep or discard date. PIC informed that any food kept over 24hrs must have discard date label. (7 days from prep date).

Just cooked chicken found on rack in general kitchen area cooling. Temp at 135F and 125F. PIC advised to cool chicken loosely covered in WIC to allow proper cooling method and time. PIC moved chicken to WIC.

Cups in service/drink area found stacked wet. PIC advised to single stack cups until dry

Several containers of raw chicken found in WIC stored over raw beef. PIC informed of correct storage order and raw chicken was placed on bottom shelf.

multiple items found in WIC (see temp logs) with no date marking. Cooked eggs, cooked shrimp, wontons, etc). PIC informed to LABEL ALL FOODS KEPT OVER 24 HOURS with 7 day discard date.

Employee observed near drink area (service area) use scoop with no handle to scoop ice for drink. PIC advised to only use scoop with handle for all RTE foods.

Items in glass cooler in the kitchen not date marked including raw chicken, cooked chicken, crab salad, and spring rolls. Advised manager that she must label ALL food items with either the preparation date or the expiration date (7 days from the preparation date).

Observed cornstarch container near back door of restaurant in dry storage area with scoop without handle inside the container. PIC immediately removed unapproved scoop. PIC was advised that all scoops must have handle to prevent contamination

Observed the same employee on 2 different occasions wash hands in prep sink with water only. Employee was instructed to wash hands at designated hand sink with soap and paper towels.

Observed raw chicken over RTE food (cooked egg rolls and shrimp that are to be refried)in RIC (glass door RIC) located in main kitchen area. Also observed raw chicken over covered sauces in WIC. PIC did re-organize RIC so that raw chicken was on bottom shelf. WIC also reorganized to ensure raw chicken was stored on bottom shelf.

Observed garlic and oil mixture at grill prep area at 78F. PIC informed that garlic and oil mixture should be kept at or below 41F or held for no longer than 4 hours if using time as a public health control. PIC willingly discarded garlic and oil mixture. Cooked pork from 8/1/24 found inside prep cooler across from grill at 47F. Discard by cook. Tofu found at 49F inside same cooler. Tofu also discarded

Heavy build-up of mold observed on drink nozzles. PIC washed and sanitized nozzles immediately. PIC also advised to call Pepsi Co. for information on proper ways to clean drink nozzles.

Wiping cloths left on counters in service area and left sitting on prep counters in the kitchen. PIC advised to place all wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets after use. PIC placed all wiping cloths into sanitizer solution.

Observed rat droppings at dry storage area in kitchen. Also observed large rat trap with rat droppings in same area. Roach also observed behind the chest freezer in the kitchen. PIC does have pest control records from July 29, 2024. PIC advised that more aggressive treatment may be needed.

Cups observed in drink service area stacked wet. PIC informed to single stack cups until completely air dried.

Observed multiple damaged ceiling tiles in kitchen at dry storage. Also observed damaged ceiling tiles in front food service area near buffet unit and ice cream freezer. PIC advised to keep restaurant in good repair at all times and to replace ceiling tiles.

Back door that leads out to dumpster area not tight fitting all the way around. PIC advised to fix gaps in door within 72 hours.

Rodent droppings observed in storage area near back door. PIC has not had pest control service this month due to company closure. PIC advised to clean area and obtain new pest control service regularly.

Cups observed in drink service area stacked wet. PIC informed to single stack cups until completely air dried before stacking.

Several items found in WIC held above 41F (crab salad at 44F, cheese mixture at 44F). Raw marinated chicken found at 51F. PIC stated that raw chicken was prepped at approximately 11:00am. PIC advised to throw away food being held above 41F and to schedule maintainence check on WIC.