La Motta
PASS W/ CONDITIONSFriday, April 6, 2012 at 1:38 AM
Violations Cited
08-3-305-307.11
Food Protection
Ice is food. Two juice containers and a champagne bottle were observed within an ice well. The containers are not cleaned and sanitized and represent a potential source of cross contamination to the beverage ice. The glass represents a physical hazard to the ice. The containers were removed.
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.
16-4-501.11/.15
Dishwashng Facilities
The bar's glass machine was tested after two wash cycles. Although the sanitizer concentration was acceptable there appeared to be an excessive amount of soap residue on the mats and utensils in the unit after each rinse cycle. The unit should be serviced to verify proper rinse cycle operation. The scrap food basin at the soiled end of the dishwasher line is leaking to a plastic container below. The leak should be identified and sealed.
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.
36-6-501.11-.12
Improper Maintenance of Floors
The floors in the walk-in and opposite the soup kettle / cooker should be cleaned.
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