South End Pita

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking
• failed findings5
• critical findings1

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Failed findings

• ⚠️(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical
  Inspector note: Raw chicken and beef inside of the 4 drawer cooler under the grill top with elevated temperatures of 50F. All TCS foods were removed at the time of the inspection adn placed into a refrigeration unit that was operating below 41F. Sliced onions and tomato's inside of the front service open air cooler with a slightly elevated temperature of 49F. Discontontinue use unless the unit is able to maintain a temperature of below 41F.
  code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)
  Inspector note: Small metal bowl being used to dipense out of bulk food bin. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from hands.
  code 590.004/4-202.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
  Inspector note: Gasket around the drawer of the 4 door cooler below the grill top damaged and missing allowing for cold air to escape. Discontinue use unless the unit is able to maintian a temperature of below 41F. 4 Drawer cooler does not appear to be functioning properly and with an elevated temperature. Address discontinue use and make any necessary repairs. Front service open air cooler does not appear to be functioning properly. Address and make any necessary repairs.
  code 590.004/4-202.16-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Temperature Measuring Devices-Functionality (C)
  Inspector note: No visible equipment thermometer insdie of the front service open air cooler. Provide.
  code 590.004/4-204.112-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Prohibitions (C)
  Inspector note: Single use to go containers/bags observed being stored under the drainage pipe of the front service hand sink. Discontinue store all to go items in a clean and protected area.
  code 590.004/4-903.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on August 1, 2023: 5 findings appeared for the first time.

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