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Rocco's Cucina & Bar

December 1, 2023 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings13
critical findings2

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Failed findings

Compliance with Food Law (P)critical

Inspector note: Ensure all foods are being purchased from reputable wholesale suppliers and nnot from local retail markets - several spices and canned toimatoes with retail store labels on them - discontinue
code 590.003(A)/3-201.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Prohibiting a Cross Connection (P)critical

Inspector note: Clean to remove all grease grime inside the runners of the hood where it is spilling out from
code 590.005/5-205.12-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)

Inspector note: Replace the compromised chlorine test strips as discussed
code 590.004/4-302.14-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: Discontinuie placing soiled plastic containers inside the basin of the designated hand sink in the kitchen / prep area - should be clear and clean during hours of operation so staff can wash hands properly - addressed immediately
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Some evidence of rodent activity by the kitchen doorway leading towards the alleyway - address immediately before it turns into a bigger issue - IPM report from pest control company will be needed upon re-inspection
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Clean Condition-Outer Clothing (C)

Inspector note: Replace visibly soiled aprons throughout the day when needed -= do not use the same soiled apron that has visible food soils onin from much earlier in the day
code 590.002/2-304.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
(A) Certified Food Protection Manager (C)

Inspector note: No certificates on site for the PIC [ food safety - allergen awareness ] ensure they are on site for the scheduled re-inspection
code 590.002(C)/2-102.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector note: Discontinue the use of plastic cups to dispense condiments - use food grade scoops with handles to minimize bare hand contact
code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector note: Set up in seperate areas of the kitchen as we discussed - color coordinated buckets often assist
code 590.003/3-304.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises (C)

Inspector note: Keep all foods off the floors of the facility including the walk-in unit a minimum of six inches as discussed
code 590.003/3-305.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Ventilation Hood Systems Drip Prevention (C)

Inspector note: Empty both end caps of the hood on a weekly basis if needed to prevent grease build up and spills
code 590.004/4-204.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Clean inside and outside of all cooking equipment - all refrigeration / freezer units where needed from all visible food spills stains and soils
code 590.004/4-602.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Surface Characteristics-Indoor Areas (C)

Inspector note: Clean floors throughout the entire kitchen from all visible food spills stains and soils
code 590.006/6-101.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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Compared with Pass on November 15, 2022: 13 findings appeared for the first time.

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