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Pho And I Inc.

May 2, 2016 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings6
critical findings2

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Failed findings

Coolingcritical

Inspector note: The chicken cutlets cooked in advance and cooling at room temperature in large containers are 125F and after 15 minutes there is no change in the temperature. The walk-in cooler is very crowded and there is not enough space to properly cool items. Provide proper cooling methods to ensure that items are cooled form 140F to 70F in two hours and then from 70F to 41F in an additional four hours. (The chicken cutlets were reheated and cooled with an ice bath in the prep sink)
code 03-3-501.14*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
PIC Performing Dutiescritical

Inspector note: There are recuring risk factor violations at the establishment. Provide a certified food manager responsible for monitoring food safety and who is able to take active managerial control and permanently correct risk factor violations.
code M-2-103.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

Inspector note: There is not enough refrigerated space. Provide enough refrigeration to properly store and cool items.
code 04-3-501.15/4-301.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Protection

Inspector note: 1) The walk-in cooler and freezer are overcrowded. There are food products stored on the ground uncovered and there are so many products that there is no room in the walk-in to properly cool items. Organize the walk-in and store allitems 2) There is a handsink next to the prep table. Provide separation to prevent contamination and to provide enough space for employees to wash their hands.
code 08-3-305-307.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Three Compartment Sink

Inspector note: The three comartment sink is not watertight between the compartments. Repair the sink so the water from each compartment stays in the correct space.
code 16-4-301.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
premises not properly maintained or cleaned

Official wording: Improper Maintenance of Walls/Ceilings
Inspector note: 1) The cooking equipment is soiled with food buildup. Clean to remove. 2) The hood vent is due for a cleaning. Have the vents cleaned by a licensed company.
code 37-6-501.11-.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on January 13, 2016: 6 findings appeared for the first time.

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