209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation: Sushi chefs are constantly rinsing hands under running tap water to remove rice starch, the tap used in turned on and off constantly but is not cleaned and/or sanitized throughout the day. These taps are a potential source of indirect contamination of the ready to eat sushi foods (i.e. rolls, sashimi, sushi rice)
Corrective Action(s): Sushi chefs need to be able to rinse their hands in clean, free flowing water, in an ice bath to minimize bacterial growth (and provided the ice water is changed when it becomes dirty and/or when there is no further visible ice). Using a sanitized cloth that is changed frequently or other method that ensures no contamination of the ready to eat foods are contaminated
Violation Score: 9
306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
Observation: Cobwebs, food splatters, grease and debris on back exterior wall of kitchen, some kitchen shelves etc
Corrective Action(s): Cleaning needed where food spills/splatters/grease accumulations etc.
Violation Score: 3
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