Bole Ethiopian Restaurant scores 97; inspectors cite utensil storage issues

1. 01

   Utensil storage

   Item 14A ↗

   Observed multiple utensils stored in standing water within mixing bowl at cook line in kitchen. CA: Instructed operator to remove utensils and place in empty clean container during inspection.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Code 511-6-1.04(4)(k)

   Observed multiple utensils stored in standing water within mixing bowl at cook line in kitchen. CA: Instructed operator to remove utensils and place in empty clean container during inspection. 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage (C) (k)Storage of In-Use Utensils. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a); 4.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). Corrected On-Site. New Violation.

   Official report · Item 14A ↗
   Corrected on siteNew violation
2. 02

   Ventilation and lighting

   Item 17D ↗

   Observed bubble wrap covering light inside the dry storage area. Light shield shall be easily cleanable and durable.

   Inspector’s full note +

   Observed bubble wrap covering light inside the dry storage area. Light shield shall be easily cleanable and durable. Must correct within 10 days. CA: Advised owner to remove the bubble wrap from light and provide an approvable light shield. Shield must be easily cleanable and able to protect storage items from shattered glass. Violation Code Reference 511-6-1.07(2)(i) - Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding (C) (i) Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding. 1. Except as specified in paragraph 2 of this subsection, light bulbs shall be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles. Repeat Violation.

   Official report · Item 17D ↗
   Repeat violation

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