Observation: Sushi condiment inserts are stored in ice baths. Sushi condiments must be stored under mechanical refrigeration. Food storage was altered so that condiments (sauces, tofu, onions, daikon) were stored in an adjacent cooler.
Corrective Action: The sushi condiments must be stored under mechanical refrigeration. If these inserts are needed for quick access, more mechanical refrigeration must be provided for them or the current setup must be re-organized.
Observation: Food stored in the walk in cooler without lids or uncovered.
Corrective Action: Ensure that all foods stored in the walk in cooler are provided with lids or are covered with plastic wrap.
Observation: Rice scoop is stored in a container of water at room temperature.
Corrective Action: Store rice scoop in a container of ice and change the scoop and ice every time the ice melts. This method will prevent unwanted bacterial growth in the container and eliminate the potential to transfer this bacterial growth to the rice when it is served.
Observation: Dry storage area contains some spilled materials and requires cleaning and organization.
Corrective Action: Ensure the dry goods area is cleaned and organized.