Super Tastes

Observed container of fish thawing on countertop. Observed shrimp thawing in cold water without it running. RCA: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - Thawing (C) (c) Thawing. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed:

1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; or
2. Completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below

Observed two wet wiping cloths stored on prep surfaces and not in active use. RCA: 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation.

1. Cloths in-use for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served shall be: (i) Maintained dry; and (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); and

Observed broccoli stored in buckets next to dishwasher uncovered. Observed wontons uncovered and stored in freezer. CA: PIC moved broccoli away from dishwasher and placed lids over top the containers. PIC covered wontons with wrap.

Observed three containers of fish thawing on countertops. CA: PIC placed fish in coolers to thaw.

Observed broccoli stored in buckets sitting on the floor next to dishwasher. CA: PIC moved broccoli away from dishwasher and stored on stands 6" above floor.

Observed wiping cloths throughout facility being used as shelf liners. RCA: Replace wiping cloths with commercial grade shelf liner and only use wiping cloths for wiping.

Observed broccoli cooling in empty basin of triple sink. Observed dirty dishes stored in adjacent basin but not actively being washed. CA: PIC moved broccoli to safe cooling area and covered with lid.

Observed broccoli in walk-in cooler stored on floor. CA: PIC indicated that the delivery company delivered too many boxes and was unable to stack all on usual bottom shelf. Recommended placing additional box in other location to allow for protection of food.

Observed bags of rice stored on floor. CA: PIC moved bags to usual storage shelf.

Observed wiping cloths throughout facility being used as shelf liners. RCA: Replace wiping cloths with commercial grade shelf liner and only use wiping cloths for wiping.

Observed scoops in bulk rice and sugar stored with handles touching the food product. CA: PIC rearranged scoops to store properly.

Observed single-use forks and spoons stored in containers with the food-contact surface facing upwards. CA: PIC removed utensils and rotated them upside down to allow for handles of utensils to be exposed rather than food-contact surface.

Observed wiping cloths used as liners throughout the kitchen. RCA: Replace wiping cloths with commercial grade shelf liner and only use wiping cloths for wiping. 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C)