EMPIRE GARDEN
PASSTuesday, September 8, 2009 at 1:45 PM
Violations Cited
02-3-602.11-.12/3-302.12
Food Container Labels
RE LABEL all the white food bins-the labels are worn & hard to see--
Why This Matters
Improper labeling can lead to using wrong or expired ingredients
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food labeling procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
06-3-501.13
PHF's Properly Thawed
AT INSPECTION-found meat thawing at room temp-PROVIDE proper thawing of food-BY 1 take from freezer and place in walk-in ALLOW 36 hrs OR 2. under cold ( 70 degrees or less ) running drinking water -2 hrs max- OR 3. from freezer to cooking--
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
15-4-202.16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces
REPAIR screen on elevator door to make tight fit- & PROVIDE SCREENS on ALL WINDOWS IN KITCHENS to keep out "pests " & PROVIDE SCREEN on elevator door ( main kitchen )
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
23-4-602.13
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
CLEAN the microwave of built up food splatter--
Why This Matters
INDIRECT CONTAMINATION: Dirty surfaces attract pests, harbor bacteria, and contaminate via contact or air movement. Dust from dirty shelves contains allergens affecting 32 million Americans. Grease accumulation creates slip hazards causing 25% of restaurant injuries.
Code Requirements
Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned at frequency to prevent: Soil accumulation; Pest attraction; Contamination of food/food contact surfaces. Includes: Equipment exteriors; Shelving; Walls and ceilings; Light fixtures; Ventilation systems.
Corrective Actions
Deep clean all non-food contact surfaces; Create cleaning schedule with daily, weekly, monthly tasks; Assign cleaning zones to staff; Use degreaser for grease accumulation; Clean from top to bottom; Maintain cleaning log
32-6-501.11-.12/6-202.14
Toilet Enclosed Clean
CLEAN the staff restroom in main kitchen-include all fixtures -walls & floor-& clean the door ( kitchen side of door )
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
36-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Floors
CLEAN the floor under the low refridge (under the clock ) of built up grime-
Why This Matters
CONTAMINATION RESERVOIR: Damaged floors harbor bacteria in cracks. Standing water breeds Listeria, Pseudomonas. Broken tiles create pest harborage. Floor contamination spreads via shoes, equipment wheels, and dropped items. CDC found floor drains positive for Listeria in 40% of retail delis.
Code Requirements
Floors must be: Smooth and non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains (1/8 to 1/4 inch per foot); Coving at wall junctures sealed; No cracks, holes, or missing tiles; Grout intact and sealed; Cleaned daily or more frequently; Dry except when cleaning.
Corrective Actions
Schedule floor repairs within 30 days; Seal all cracks immediately with approved sealant; Improve drainage to eliminate standing water; Increase cleaning frequency; Replace missing tiles; Re-grout as needed; Remove any carpeting from food areas
38-6-202.11
Fixture's not properly shielded
KITCHENS -provide the " jar " type light shields for light in walk-ins # 1--2-3 & 4
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.