Golden Panda Buffet

Observed failure to only use handwashing sinks for handwashing. Observed pair of cleaning gloves inside handwashing sink next to 3 comp sink. (o) Using a Handwashing Sink. 2. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf PIC removed gloves from sink.

Observed failure to maintain food stored above at least 6 inches off the ground. Observed box of noodles being stored on the floor in dry storage area. (q) Food Storage.

1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor. PIC removed box from ground.

Observed failure to maintain in use utensils stored above closed container of flour. Observed handle of utensil submerged in container of flour. (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored:

2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; PIC removed utensils and placed outside of container.

Observed several foods uncovered in reach in cooler in the kitchen next to prep top cooler. 511-6-1.04(4)(c): storing the food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contaminatio. PIC covered foods.

Observed several ready to eat foods not date marked. 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F (5°C) or below for a maximum of 7 days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. PIC instructed how to date mark RTE foods.

Observed wiping cloths on a kitchen counter and not stored in a sanitizer bucket. in 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation. PIC stored in a sanitizer bucket.

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

(ii) Used for no other purpose.

Observed wiping cloths on a kitchen counter and not stored in a sanitizer bucket. in 511-6-1.04(4)(m) - Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation. PIC stored in a sanitizer bucket.

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

(ii) Used for no other purpose.