All food temperatures taken were internal unless otherwise noted.
- Hair Restraints - Effectiveness
Observation: Employees observed working in the food service area without proper hair restraints.
Correction: Ensure all employees wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. This section does not apply to food employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food
- Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices
Observation: Missing a properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
Correction: Obtain a chemical test kit so that employees can accurately monitor the concentration of the sanitizing solutions and maintain them at a safe and effective level.
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09/03/2015 | Routine | |
All food temperatures taken were internal unless otherwise noted.
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (corrected on site)
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) stuffing in the refrigeration unit was not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Temperature Measuring Devices
Observation: There was no temperature measuring device located in the backroom reach-in unit
Correction: Provide a temperature measuring device in all hot or cold holding equipment used to store potentially hazardous foods so that employees can routinely monitor the ambient air temperature.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Observation: The following equipment was observed in a condition that prevents necessary maintenance and easy cleaning:
>>All unsealed wood in the backroom
>>Ice build-up in the backroom freezer
Correction: Repair all equipment to restore a state of condition that allows for proper operation, accuracy, functioning, maintenance, and cleanability .
- Plumbing System Maintained in Good Repair
Observation: Plumbing connections under the handsink sink are leaking.
Correction: Plumbing systems and components shall be maintained in good repair.
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04/10/2015 | Routine | |
All temperatures taken were internal unless otherwise noted. Permit issued for 2015
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
Observation: The following physical structures were not maintained in good repair:
>>Floor in back storeroom was unsealed.
>>Walls in back storeroom were unsealed or flaking paint.
>>Few ceiling tiles were damaged in the backroom storage area.
Correction: Maintain physical facilities in good repair. Poor repair and maintenance compromises the functionality of the physical facilities.
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12/19/2014 | Routine | |
All food temperatures taken are internal unless otherwise noted.
- Person in Charge
Observation: Certified food managers certificate has expired for Cachet Brice on 3/24/14
Correction: Renew registration for certified food manager at Hampton Health Department 1320 La Salle ave.
- Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices (repeated violation)
Observation: There is no properly working test kit provided in the facility for monitoring the concentration of the chemical sanitizing solutions.
Correction: Obtain a chemical test kit so that employees can accurately monitor the concentration of the sanitizing solutions and maintain them at a safe and effective level.
- Non-Food Contact Surfaces (repeated violation)
Observation: The nonfood contact surface of the exhaust hood has accumulations of grime and debris.
Correction: Clean the surface at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues that become encrusted or attract insects and rodents.
- Critical: Equipment and Utensils - Before Use After Cleaning*
Observation: No sanitizer was present in the facility.
Correction: After cleaning and rinsing of the food-contact surface, the surface shall be effectively sanitized before coming in contact with food and before use.
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
Observation: The following physical structures are in need of repair:
>Unsealed floor in pantry.
>>Cracked floor in pantry.
>>Unsealed sections of wall in pantry.
Correction: Reseal all unsealed structures in the facility.
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05/29/2014 | Routine | |
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted.
- Food Storage Containers - Identified with Common Name of Food
Observation: Unlabeled food container in refrigeration unit.
Correction: Label working containers with the common name of its contents. Consumers may be allergic to certain foods or ingredients. The mistaken use of an ingredient when the consumer has requested that it not be used may result in severe medical consequences. Liquid foods and granular foods may resemble cleaning compounds. The mistaken use of food from an unlabeled container could result in chemical poisoning.
- Temperature Measuring Devices
Observation: There were no thermometers located in three refrigerations unit
Correction: Provide a temperature measuring device in all hot or cold holding equipment used to store potentially hazardous foods so that employees can routinely monitor the ambient air temperature.
- Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices
Observation: Missing a chemical test kit .
Correction: Provide a chemical test kit to measure the correct amount of sanitizer.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
Observation: Loose cold water fixture on three- compartment sink.
Correction: Repair or replace.
- Non-Food Contact Surfaces (repeated violation)
Observation: Underneath the exhaust hood is dirty. ( grease)
Correction: Clean and Sanitize
- Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles
Observation: Clean pans were not observed stored in a position to allow air-drying on top shelf.
Correction: Store pans in a self-draining position that allows air-drying.
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
Observation: >Cracked unsealed floor in back storeroom .
>Unsealed walls in storeroom
Correction: Paint or seal all unfinished floors and walls.
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01/13/2014 | Routine | |
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted.
- Equipment - Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing
Observation: Seal/caulking 3-vat damaged.
Correction: repair/replace
- Non-Food Contact Surfaces (repeated violation)
Observation: following in need of cleaning
>>shelf above 3-vat
>>gasket Frigidare
Correction: clean
- Lighting, Intensity
Observation: Light out dry storage.
Correction: repair/replace
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
Observation: following in need of repair
>>ceiling back store room
>>floor tiles front counter/service area
Correction: repair
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01/31/2013 | Routine | |
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
Observation: Knob missing stove
Correction: Replace
- Non-Food Contact Surfaces
Observation: The following were found to be dirty
-Multiple gaskets dirty
-Back of stove dirty
Correction: Clean and maintain
- Light Bulbs Protective Shielding
Observation: The following areas lights were not shielded
-Storage light
-Dry storage
Correction: Repair/replace
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
Observation: The following areas were found to be in poor repair
-Floor tiles front service area
-Ceiling by light, dry storage peeling
Correction: Repair/replace
- Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions
Observation: Hood filter dirty
Correction: Clean and maintain
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10/17/2012 | Routine | |
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted.
- Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Observation: Raw eggs stored over fruits in Kenmore fridge.
Correction: Store raw items below ready-to-eat items.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
Observation: following in need of repair
>>knobs missing stove
>>enamel peeling microwave by stove
>>Americana fridge lower shelf broke
>>Kenmore front leaking/pooling water in the base
Correction: repair.
- Non-Food Contact Surfaces (repeated violation)
Observation: following in need of cleaning
>>hood filters
>>shelf over prep table
Correction: clean
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
Observation: following in need of repair
>>floor tiles heavily damaged front service area
>>floor dry storage paint peeling
>>ceiling storage area over pots and pans damaged
Correction: repair
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07/10/2012 | Routine | |
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted
- Temperature Measuring Devices (repeated violation)
Observation: No thermometer in Americana refrigerator
Correction: Provide and place in warmest part of unit
- Equipment - Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing
Observation: Seal/caulking 3 vat damaged
Correction: Recaulk/seal
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
Observation: The following items were found to be in poor repair
>>Americana door gasket
>>Base shelf of Americana broke
>>Knobs missing on stove
>>Back of stove
Correction: Repair/replace
- Non-Food Contact Surfaces (repeated violation)
Observation: The following were found to be dirty
>>Hood system filters
>>Shelf over 3 vat
>>Dry storage racks by utility room
Correction: Clean and maintain
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
Observation: The following areas were found to be poor repair
>>Ceiling over dishes and pans in storage room
>>Front service area floor tiles
Correction: Repair/replace
- Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions
Observation: Wall dirty behind cook line
Correction: Clean and maintain
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04/12/2012 | Routine | |
Fee for 2012 permit has not been paid. Remember to pay fee as of 12/31/11 or facility will be closed
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (repeated violation)
Observation: Multiple Ready to eat foods not labeled
Correction: Label all RTE foods as to use by date
- Temperature Measuring Devices
Observation: Americana fridge does not have a thermometer
Correction: Provide a thermometer in fridge and place in warmest part of unit
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
Observation: The following equipment was found to be in poor repair
>>Oven not working
>>Gasket torn Americana Fridge
>>Base shelf cracked Americana fridge
Correction: Repair/replace
- Non-Food Contact Surfaces (repeated violation)
Observation: The following were found to be dirty
>>Hood
>>Shelf over 3 vat
>>Shelf over prep table
Correction: Clean and maintain
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
Observation: Floor tiles damaged front counter
Correction: Repair/replace
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11/30/2011 | Routine | |
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise stated
- Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (repeated violation)
Observation: Raw chicken stored over shrimp and rice Americana Fridge
Correction: Raw chicken should be stored below cooked food
- Critical: Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Disposition*
Observation: Grapes and peppers reach in fridge moldy
Correction: Discard
- Equipment - Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing
Observation: Mop sink is not properly sealed
Correction: Caulk
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment
Observation: The following were found in poor repair
>>Shelf lower Americana loose
>>Knob missing oven
Correction: Repair
- Equipment and Utensils - Good Repair and Calibration
Observation: Thermometer back fridge broken
Correction: Repair/replace
- Non-Food Contact Surfaces
Observation: The following were found to be dirty
>>Shelves back storage
>>Americana Fridge
>>Hood
>>Front of stove
Correction: Clean and maintain
- Plumbing System Maintained in Good Repair
Observation: Faucet loose handsink kitchen
Correction: Repair
- Light Bulbs Protective Shielding
Observation: Bulb Americana not shielded or shatter proof
Correction: Shield properly or replace with shatter proof bulb
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair
Observation: The following areas were found in poor repair
>>Paint peeling wall right of oven
>>Floor front service area stained/damaged
Correction: Repair
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08/04/2011 | Routine | |
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted.
- Person in Charge
Observation: There is no CFM in the facility. The Hampton food Certificate has expired.
Correction: Renew CFM, to renew come down to 1320 LaSalle Ave.
- Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Observation: Raw chicken stored over ready-to-eat foods in Americana refrigeration unit.
Correction: Store food in packages, covered containers, wrapped and below ready-to-eat foods.
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking* (repeated violation)
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) beans, salad, and other PHF's in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and consume by date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Food Contact Surfaces - Cleanability*
Observation: Rubber spatula stored left side of 3-vat peeling.
Correction: Replace
- Equipment - Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing (repeated violation)
Observation: following in need of resealing/recaulking
>>3-vat
>>handsink rest-room
>>handsink kitchen
Correction: Seal the unit to adjoining equipment or walls since it is exposed to spillage or seepage.
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
Observation: following in need of repair
>>gasket torn Magic Chef
>>wood shelving damaged back room
>>lid crock-pot cracked
>>Americana gasket torn
>>kenmore freezer not working
Correction: Repair
- Equipment - Food Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces, and Utensils (repeated violation)
Observation: Tongs stored dirty 3-vat.
Correction: Clean and sanitize these surfaces for food contact.
- Non-Food Contact Surfaces (repeated violation)
Observation: following in need of cleaning
>>kenmore silver front dirty
>>shelfs above 3-vat
>>tops of refrigeration units
>>gaskets several refrigeration units
Correction: Clean
- Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles (repeated violation)
Observation: Pans not inverted in back room.
Correction: Store pans and other clean dishes in a clean, dry location where not exposed to splash, dust or other contamination at least 6 inches above the floor.
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair (repeated violation)
Observation: following in need of repair
>>floor tile damaged by front fridge
Correction: repair
- Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (repeated violation)
Observation: following in need of cleaning
>>wall behind 3-vat
>>floor left of upright freezer
Correction: clean
- Mops - Drying Mops
Observation: Mops not hung up to air dry.
Correction: Wet use maintenance items such as mops must be hung in a position that allows them to air dry so they are not allowed to grow contamination which can then be spread through the establishment at the next use.
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02/24/2011 | Routine | |
All temperatures are internal unless otherwise noted
Hampton Certified Food Manager Certificate is set to expire 12/20/10, make sure to renew at 1320 Lasalle Ave.
- Food - Packaged and Unpackaged - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation
Observation: Raw food stored over ready to eat food (fish over veggies)
Correction: Store raw foods under ready to eat foods
- Critical: Date Marking - Ready-to-Eat - Potentially Hazardous Food - Date Marking*
Observation: The prepared ready-to-eat (RTE) foods in the refrigeration unit is not properly dated for disposition.
Correction: Mark the name and "consume by" date on the container of RTE foods at the time of preparation if the food is to be held for more than 24 hours. If the food is held at 41°F or below the food shall be served or sold within 7 calendar days. Some harmful bacteria continue to grow even at refrigeration temperatures so limiting the amount of time in storage limits the amount of growth allowed for these bacteria.
- Equipment - Fixed Equipment, Spacing or Sealing (repeated violation)
Observation: The following fixed equipment was in poor repair
>Seal handsink cracked
>Seal handsink restroom damaged
Correction: Reseal
- Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment (repeated violation)
Observation: The following items are in poor repair
>Gaskin torn Magic Chef
>Wood shelving damaged back room
Correction: Repair
- Equipment and Utensils - Good Repair and Calibration
Observation: Wood handled utensils split/cracked
Correction: Replace
- Equipment - Food Contact Surfaces, Nonfood Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
Observation: Tongs and knives stored dirty by 3 compartment sink
Correction: Clean and maintain
- Equipment - Cooking and Baking Equipment (repeated violation)
Observation: The cavity of the microwave oven is peeling inside.
Correction: Replace
- Equipment, Utensils, Linens, and Single-Service and Single-Use Articles
Observation: Pans not inverted back room
Correction: Invert all food contact surfaces
- Physical Facilities in Good Repair
Observation: >Ceiling damaged back room
>Floor tile damaged by front fridge
Correction: Repair/replace
- Physical Facilities - Cleaning Frequency and Restrictions (repeated violation)
Observation: Wall behind and under 3 compartment sink dirty
Correction: Clean and maintain
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11/10/2010 | Routine | |
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