209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1. A knife was observed being wiped with an absorbent cloth prior to being used to slice a sandwich.
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2. Ice scoop was stored in a container that also contained a sink plug with a rubber stopper.
Corrective Action(s): 1. Discontinue practice of wiping knives (food contact surfaces) with absorbent cloths to protect them from any potential contamination. It was discussed that knives (in-use utensils) can be rinsed with running potable water between use and dried with a single-use paper towel between use on the same types of ready-to-eat food products, however require to be washed, rinsed, sanitized, and air dried at least every 4 hours between use on the same types of ready-to-eat food products, if subject to any incidental contamination, and after final use each day. Kitchen Manager switched to rinsing the knives and wiping them with single-use paper towels for slicing the prepared sandwiches during the inspection. Kitchen Manager removed the wiping cloth from the prep. area and placed it into the laundry machine.
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2. Kitchen Manager washed and sanitized the ice scoop through the dishwasher and placed it into a clean separate designated container. Ensure the ice scoop is stored in a clean container between use and separately from the drain stopper to protect it from any potential contamination.
Violation Score: 9
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