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Pikalo J.P.

December 2, 2024 · Pass

😇clean

official resultPass
resultPass
inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
failed findings0
critical findings0

✓ No failed findings were recorded; 10 code checks were marked passed.

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Checks marked passed

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: Sliced tomatos used for sandwich in reach in refrigerator at 51F. PIC stated that he just had them out. Maybe put smaller amounts out and store on ice if needed dure lunch rush.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
(A)(1) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: Empanadas at front counter between 119F. Unit temperture was 120F. PIC did turn up the unit.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P1*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Pass
(A)-(P) Person-In-Charge-Duties (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC will need to review with all staff proper holding temperatures and to moniotr this during the day. Be sure that equipment is turned on to the proper temperature to hold hot foods at or above 135F and cold food at or below 41F. General cleaning and repairs would help you with the fruit fly issue.
code 590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: One of the hand sinks on the cooking line was blocked with a table. PIC moved table.
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Handwashing Cleanser Availability (Pf)

Inspector note: Hand sink on cookin line did not have soap. PIC filled container with soap.
code 590.006/6-301.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: PIC will need to do a deep cleaning and have pest control address the fruit fly issue in the kitchen above the three bay sink and some in basement.
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Pass
Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Inspector note: PIC will need to label the sause caontainers on the cooking line.
code 590.003/3-302.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector note: PIC will need to properly cover foods in storage. Multiple containers with out covers.
code 590.003/3-305.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: PIC will need to clean the wall behind the cooking line.
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector note: PIC will need to install a door sweep on the back door as discussed. PIC will need to repair the prep sink on the cooking line. Leaking onto the floor.
code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Pass

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on November 20, 2024: 10 previous findings did not recur.

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