Sky Lounge Cafe

Inspector notes: Observed box of cabbage stored directly below a bin of raw marinated chicken inside of the walk-in cooler. Packaged & Unpackaged Food Separation, Packaging, and Segregation (P, C) (c) Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation, Packaging, and Segregation. 1. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by: (i) Except as specified in paragraph (i)(IV) of this subsection, separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (I) Raw ready-to-eat food including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish, or other raw ready-to-eat food such as fruits and vegetables, P and (II) Cooked ready-to-eat food; and P (III) Fruits and vegetables before they are washed;(II) Arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of...

Inspector notes: Observed black organic matter along the interior roof of the ice machine and excessive buildup of black organic matter on both the interior and exterior surfaces of the ice machine lid. Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. PIC disconnected the ice machine to allow the ice to melt. Discussed with PIC to burn/discard all ice and thoroughly clean and sanitize the ice machine before refilling with new ice. Advised that if the black organic matter cannot be effectively removed, affected parts of the unit should be replaced.

Inspector notes: Observed build up of dried food debris and dust on nonfood-contact surfaces such as the outside of condiment bottles and multiple lids of containers throughout the main kitchen. Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C) (d) Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Discussed with PIC that nonfood contact surfaces shall be thoroughly and more often.

Inspector notes: Observed three in-use food scoops stored in a metal bin of standing water at 118°F beside the stovetop. In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes; 5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or 6. In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi). PIC removed the scoops to be washed in the three-compartment sink, discarded the water from the metal bin, and replaced it with a clean, empty bin. Discussed the proper methods for storing in-use utensils.

Inspector notes: CA: There must be a person in charge on the premises of the food service establishment at all times. The person in charge shall ensure compliance with the code. Observed no PIC upon arrival for inspection.

Inspector notes: CA: All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products. Observed buildup and food debris on all equipment in main kitchen. Advised PIC to deep clean.

Inspector notes: CA: Food shall be stored in packages, covered containers, or wrappings, except for loosely covered or uncovered containers in which food is being cooled if protected from overhead contamination. Observed two food containers of pork uncovered in the prep top cooler. COS: PIC provided metal lids for the food items.