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Taste Of The Town

April 1, 2010 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
failed findings11
critical findings5

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Failed findings

Cold Holdingcritical

Inspector note: Excessive amounts of cold product out of temperature control.Insufficient means of storage.Deli turkey sitting at room temperature at 54F deli cheese at 52F.Tuna salad at60.2F egg salad at 61.5F and chicken salad at 60.4F.Cooked turkey at 115.8F and cooked stuffing at 66.7F.Provide all cold foods at 41F at all times.
code 03-3-501.16(A)*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Adequate Handwashing/Where/When/Howcritical

Inspector note: Staff observed only rinsing hands in handsink(no soap-not washed for 20sec.) and then wiping hands on apron.
code 12-2-301.12-.15*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Prevention of Contamination from Handscritical

Inspector note: Staff observed using bare hands to handle bread for deli sandwiches.
code 12-3--301.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
PIC Performing Dutiescritical

Inspector note: PIC/CFm not performing required duties as evidenced from Inspection.Also PIC?CFM couldn't explain how to properly use detergent sanitizer or concentration time/temperature controls for cooling and reheating?Staff not properly trained in Food safety as witnessed during Inspection from improper practices.
code M-2-103.11*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Non-Compliance w/Employee Health Policycritical

Inspector note: PIC/CFM couldn't explain any Food-borne illnesses or symptoms or requirement of medical documentation needed when diagnosed nor that he shall contact local BOH.ALL that was stated was employee shall be sent home.
code M-2-201.11/.14 .15*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Inadequate Facilities/Cooling Methods

Inspector note: Inadequate means to store Cold foods.Provide either an ice machine or deli sandwich refridge capable of maintaining cold temperatures.Cold food sitting out at room temperatures?????.
code 04-3-501.15/4-301.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Thermometers Provided

Inspector note: Provide a metal stem thermometer know how to calibrate and use to ensure that your products are at proper temperatures.
code 05-4-302.12* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Protection

Inspector note: Steam table unit for soups sitting adjacent to handsink.Provide suitable space to protect against splash(soap and water) when proper techniques are used.Also food products stored under and next to handsink in rear prep area.
code 08-3-305-307.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Clean Cloths Hair Restraint

Inspector note: Multiple staff observed preparing food without a proper hair restraint.
code 13-2-304/402.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Test Kit Provided

Inspector note: Provide proper test kit for deterghent sanitizer drain plugs and warewaqshing instructions on how to properly sanitize in a 2bay sink.
code 17-4-302.14* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Hand Cleaner Drying Tissue Signage

Inspector note: Ensure sinage at sink and covered waste receptacle for womens room.PIC indicates he isn't sure if that's provided.
code 32-6-301.11-02.11* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on November 13, 2009: 11 findings appeared for the first time.

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