Kosher Cafe
PASSWednesday, October 28, 2009 at 3:53 PM
Violations Cited
M-2-102.11
PIC Knowledge
The person in charge of the establishment at the time of the inspection was unfamiliar with the testing requirements for the dish machine. The individual did not know how to test the machine and could not locate test strips for the machine. The dish machine was operating properly after it was run three times.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper management & personnel procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
22-4-601/602.11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean
Staff at the cafe are not testing the dish machine to confirm that the unit is properly sanitizing the equipment. Once the dish machine is out of use it was observed to lose its prime for two to three cycles. The dishes washed during this two to three cycle period are not properly sanitized. Dishes shall not be washed until the unit is properly primed and sanitizing.
Why This Matters
BIOFILM FORMATION: Visible soil indicates biofilms - communities of bacteria protected by slime layers that resist sanitizers. Biofilms on slicers have caused Listeria outbreaks killing 30% of victims. Meat slicer contamination sickened 300 across 6 states. Grease harbors Listeria which grows at refrigeration temperatures.
Code Requirements
Food contact surfaces must be: Visibly clean with no food debris; Free of grease accumulation; Smooth and cleanable; Cleaned and sanitized after each use; Cleaned every 4 hours if in continuous use; Equipment must be disassembled for cleaning when necessary.
Corrective Actions
Clean and sanitize ALL equipment immediately; Disassemble equipment for thorough cleaning; Establish cleaning schedule with assigned responsibilities; Use cleaning checklist; Train on proper disassembly; Increase cleaning frequency
17-4-302.14
Test Kit Provided
Sanitizing test strips for the low-temperature dish machine were not readily available. Provide.
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.