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Observed TCS-foods (tomatoes, strawberries and chicken) in the prep top cooler not being maintained at 41 degrees fahrenheit. CA: xcept during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below or 135°F (57°C) or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in subsection (5)(a)2 of this Rule and reheated using the same temperature and time conditions as cooking may be held at a temperature of 130°F (54°C) or above. PIC place the items in thee WIC to cool down.

Observed drink nozzles in front food service not clean to sight and touch. CA: 5. Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned:(i) At any time when contamination may have occurred; (iv) In equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment:(I) At a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (II) Absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. PIC will have the nozzles cleaned and sanitized.

Observed liquid eggs with the use-by date of Nov.2025. CA: Prepackaged sandwiches, eggs, infant formula, shucked oysters, milk, and time/temperature control safety foods that are labeled as “keep refrigerated” and that are for sale or service to the consumer or used as an ingredient in other foods shall be immediately discarded and shall not be sold, served, or used after the manufacturer’s expiration date or the sell-by date. PIC discarded liquid eggs.

Observed silver pans being wet stacked on the shelf. CA: After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment and utensils:1. Shall be air-dried or used after adequate draining before contact with food. PIC rewashed dished and stacked them so that they can airdry.

Observed a container of cheese on the floor in the WIC. CA: Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts. PIC placed the cheese in a clean container and placed the cheese 6" off the floor.

Observed inspection report not posted at drive thru window. CA: Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. PIC posted the current inspection report.

Observed the bottom of the dumpster not in good repair. CA: Storage areas, enclosures, and receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be maintained in good repair. PIC will have the dumpster replaced.

Observed the floor in the kitchen not free from an accumulation of food debris. CA: Except as specified under subsection (2)(d) of this Rule and except for antislip floor coverings or applications that may be used for safety reasons, floors, floor coverings, walls, wall coverings, and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. PIC will have the floor cleaned.

Observed the drink nozzles not clean to sight or touch. CA: Except when dry cleaning methods are used as specified under subsection (7)(e) of this Rule, surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food shall be cleaned and equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer or at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. PIC will have the nozzles cleaned.

Observed employee's drinks in the WIC stored with food items to be served to customers. CA: Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. PIC removed the items from the cooler.

Observed TCS-foods (tuna salad, sliced tomatoes, and chopped chicken) in prep top not 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below. CA: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. PIC will rapidly cool food items in ice bath.