Observation: The rubber seal on the slider door of the front display case is brittle and damaged, allowing cold air to escape despite the door being closed.
Corrective Action: Replace the rubber seal.
Observation: Freezer #9 was not working at time of inspection. All food items already removed.
Corrective Action: Operator indicated a replacement freezer will be purchased. Until the new freezer is installed, ensure dry foods are not stored directly under the condensate drip tray on the back of the broken freezer. This was discussed during last year's inspection also.
Observation: Spoons for frothing hot drinks were being stored in an insert of tepid water.
Corrective Action: All equipment used for making drinks must be stored in a manner that is protected from contamination. This can include any of the following methods: stored in sanitizing solution (100ppm chlorine), stored in a functioning dipper well (not currently available on site), or stored dry and washed frequently in the high temperature dishwasher.
Observation: Wiping cloth used for steamer wand is not stored in a sanitary manner in between uses.
Corrective Action: Store the wiping cloth in a sanitizing solution of 100ppm chlorine.
Observation: Some areas of the kitchen could benefit from a thorough cleaning where cobwebs, dust and debris accumulation was noted.
Corrective Action: Thoroughly clean the following areas: behind the metal rack at the back corner of the kitchen (by the 2 compartment sink), under and behind the small black bar fridge at the front counter, floors in the proofer, under and behind the dishwasher and sink (where chemicals are stored). Also reorganize chemicals so nothing is stored directly on the floor.
Observation: There is no evidence of recent servicing/cleaning of the commercial ventilation system.
Corrective Action: Have this system serviced/cleaned by a professional.