GOLDEN CROWN CHINESE RESTAURANT

Observed scoops without handles stored submerged in multiple food items such as mushrooms, soy sauce, and bulk dry rice. CA: Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation utensils shall be stored in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. All improper scoops were removed and will be replaced with handled scoops stored properly in food items.

Observed sanitizer for cloth bucket not at proper strength at front kitchen area. Cloth bucket measured at 0ppm chlorine. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. Sanitizer was changed out and adjusted to 100ppm chlorine as required.

Observed personal drink on prep table in kitchen Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. Drink was relocated to area not designated for food prep

Observed employee food items stored with customer foods in main reach-in cooler. Corrective Action: CFSM relocated employee foods. These items must be properly labeled and separated at all times.

Observed improper cooling methods and practices for TCS food items. Previously cooked Wonton noodles were observed to be cooling in tightly sealed containers in 2 different reach in coolers of facility. Wonton noodles were measured at 45-48 degrees after over 4 hours of cooling. Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. Wontons were removed from containers and placed in freezers for rapid cooling to 41 degrees. Employees were educated on proper cooling methods in small portions and shallow, loosely covered containers. This will ensure food reaches 41 degrees within 6 hours via the 2 step method.

Observed knife stored between equipment while not in use at main kitchen area Corrective Action: CFSM was notified. Knife was removed and taken to dishwashing area for proper cleaning and sanitizing. Knives and other utensils should be stored in a clean, dry location between uses

Observed wait staff helping to prepare food in the kitchen area without hair restraints. Corrective Action: PIC was notified. All kitchen workers preparing or handling food were instructed to put on hair restraints prior to continuing service