Next Step Soul Food Cafe
PASSThursday, March 28, 2019 at 3:42 PM
Violations Cited
08-3-302.11/3-304.11
Separation Segregation Cross Contamination
Container of raw eggs observed being stored on the upper shelf of the upright 2 door refrigeration unit. Discontinue and store eggs approprtiately to ensure no cross contamination.
Why This Matters
Cross-contamination can spread dangerous pathogens throughout the facility
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section . Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
M-2-102.11
PIC Knowledge
No one on site with a current Food Safety Certification. Provide documentation of at least one full time employee who has been enrolled in some Food Safety Course for the re-inspection date.
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.
06-3-501.13
PHF's Properly Thawed
Frozen fish fillet observed being defrosted at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place.
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
Interior of the 2 small coffin style freezers with excess ice build-up. Defrost and clean to remove. Interior of the single door upright refrigeration unit visibly soiled. Clean to remove.
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