Jan 22, 2026
Routine
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(e) - cooling methods (pf, c)
Observed container of fried chicken wings cooling on countertop. COS. Tub was moved to reach in cooler for cooling. Also observed pans of fried chicken and cooked shrimp set for cooling inside walk in cooler tightly wrapped. PIC advised that when placed in cooling or cold holding equipment, food containers in which food is being cooled shall be:
(i) Arranged in the equipment to provide maximum heat transfer through the container walls; and
(ii) Loosely covered, or uncovered if protected from overhead contamination during the cooling period to facilitate heat transfer from the surface of the food.
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - system maintained in good repair (p, c)
Slow release of wastewater from handwashing at handwash sink by front entrance. PIC advised to plumbing for blockage.
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Observed accumulated grease on friers and food debris along surface of cooking/wok area. PIC advised to clean. CA. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)
Observed buildup of dust on exhaust vent above hand washing station. Also observed accumulation of grease and debris on floor beneath cooking equipment. CA. PIC advised that the physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.