SHER-E-PUNJAB, 1140 Kenny Sq Mall Dr, Columbus, OH 43220 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: SHER-E-PUNJAB
Address: 1140 Kenny Sq Mall Dr, Columbus, OH 43220
Total inspections: 15
Last inspection: Oct 2, 2012
Score
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93

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Inspection findings

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  • A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing sinks.
  • After use, mops are not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls, equipment, or supplies.
  • Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, single-service articles, or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination.
  • Equipment is not approved by a recognized agency or authority.
  • Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
  • Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature controlled for safety food that is prepared in the food facility and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours is not properly date marked.
  • The windows or doors were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
  • There is no test kit available for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer.
Standard Inspection Jul 23, 2010 88
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Jul 23, 2010 100
  • Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
  • Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
  • Non-food contact surfaces are dirty.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods are not being properly cooled within the allowed time period.
  • Working containers of poisonous or toxic materials are not labeled.
Standard Inspection Jan 19, 2011 87
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Jan 19, 2011 100
  • A chlorine sanitizing solution was being used improperly.
  • Cleaned equipment or utensils, laundered linens, single-service articles, or single-use articles are not stored in a clean, dry location, protected from contamination.
  • Each handwashing sink did not provide individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; or a heated-air hand drying device.
  • Food-contact surfaces were dirty.
  • Outer openings of a food facility were not protected against the entry of insects and rodents.
  • The air gap between a plumbing fixture and a piece of equipment is not sufficient to prevent back siphonage of contaminated water.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods were being held at temperatures above 41 °F (5°C)..
Standard Inspection Jun 7, 2011 77
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Jun 7, 2011 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Followup Inspection Jun 23, 2011 100
  • A chlorine sanitizing solution was being used improperly.
  • Non-food contact surfaces are dirty.
  • Ready-to-eat, time/temperature controlled for safety food was not discarded by the date mark, or was undated and not discarded or was not discarded when the date mark exceeded the required time/temperature combination.
  • Unsafe food was not discarded or properly reconditioned
Standard Inspection Nov 4, 2011 84
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Nov 4, 2011 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Followup Inspection Nov 29, 2011 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. - Dec 7, 2011 100
  • Fixed equipment was not properly installed.
  • The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary.
  • Working containers of poisonous or toxic materials are not labeled.
Standard Inspection Mar 8, 2012 93
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Mar 8, 2012 100
  • Each handwashing sink did not provide individual, disposable towels; a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; or a heated-air hand drying device.
  • Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.
  • Working containers of poisonous or toxic materials are not labeled.
Standard Inspection Oct 2, 2012 93
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Oct 2, 2012 100

Violation descriptions and comments

Jul 23, 2010

PIC Joga/Preet
Updated Green Sign

Jul 23, 2010

Discussed
Provided information
I. Employee Health (+)
II. Personnel Cleanliness (+)
III. Hand washing, Prevention of Contamination from Hands (+)
IV. Person in Charge/Demonstration of Knowledge (+) very knowledgeable
V. Thawing (+)
VII. Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding (+)
VIII. Date Marking/Time as a Public Health Control (-) Few items not properly date marked.
IX. Consumer Advisory (N/A)
X. Highly Susceptible Populations (+)
XI. Protection from contamination (-) Clean equipment storage behind mop sink
XII. Chemical (+) Need Quat test strips
XIV. Transporting Food off Premise (+)
XV. Temperature Measuring Devices (+) Properly calibrated

Jan 19, 2011

PIC Joga/ Preet
Updated Green Sign
Notes: Do not apply and pest control devices and/ or pesticides. Keep kitchen clean! If notice any activity must contact a licensed pest control operator.

Jan 19, 2011

Discussed
Provided information
I. Employee Health (+)
II. Personnel Cleanliness (+)
III. Hand washing, Prevention of Contamination from Hands (+)
IV. Person in Charge/Demonstration of Knowledge (+)
V. Thawing (+) Part of cooking process
VII. Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding (-) Cooling yogurt- shallow pans, ice bath or freezer to rapidly cool foods.
VIII. Date Marking/Time as a Public Health Control (+) Great Job!
IX. Consumer Advisory (n/a)
X. Highly Susceptible Populations (+)
XI. Protection from contamination (-) Clean racks/ fan covers more frequently to avoid contamination
XII. Chemical (-) Label all chemicals
XIV. Transporting Food off Premise (+) Hot boxes
XV. Temperature Measuring Devices (+) Calibrated using ice method

Jun 7, 2011

PIC Preet
Updated Green Sign
Notes: Make sure to date mark all items properly with the right date to ensure foods are being consumed or discarded within 7 days.

Jun 7, 2011

Discussed
Provided information
VII. Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding
Observed rice and vegetables in walk-in cooler holding above 41 degrees F. (Rice 51, vegetables 58) Must ensure cold foods are held below 41 degrees F at all times to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. PIC discarded food at time of inspection.
VIII. Date Marking/Time as a Public Health Control
All foods were date marked. Must ensure the dates are correct to ensure the foods are being used or discarded within 7 days.
XI. Protection from contamination
Make sure to store clean utensils/ equipment in clean locations that are protected from contamination. Store bar glasses on a clean surface and wash knifes before placing on clean utensil rack/ holder.
XII. Chemical
Observed no measurable level of chlorine in chemical dish machine. Machine was fixed by the end of inspection. Use test strips frequently to ensure proper chemical sanitizing concentrations.

Jun 23, 2011

All open violations have been corrected.
Notes: Dish machine is a chemical dish machine which provides 50 ppm chlorine during the final rinse cycle. Temperature of final rinse is measuring above 160 degrees F. Temperature of booster may be too high causing the sanitizer to become diluted. PIC spoke with State Cleaning Services and they stated they will be out tomorrow to lower booster temperature. Frequently test machine with test strips to ensure proper chemical concentration.
PIC Preet/ Updated Green Sign

Nov 4, 2011

PIC Preet
Updated Green Sign

Nov 4, 2011

Discussed
Provided information
VII. Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding
All cold foods were maintained at or below 41 degrees F. All hot foods were maintained above 135 degrees F. PIC explained proper cooling procedures for TTCS foods.
VIII. Date Marking/Time as a Public Health Control
Observed some foods in the walk-in cooler not discarded when the date mark exceeded 7 days. Must ensure all TTCS foods are properly date marked. The day the food is opened/ cooked/ prepared counts as day 1. If held refrigerated foods must be consumed or discarded within 7 days to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria. Foods were discarded at time of inspection.
XI. Protection from contamination
Clean utensil racks more frequently and throughly to prevent contamination of food and non-food contact surfaces.
XII. Chemical
Observed chemical dish machine was not providing proper chemical sanitizer concentration. PIC primed machine a few times and then the machine provided proper concentration. Must ensure dish machine provides proper concentration before doing dishes. Test frequently using test strips to determine proper concentration. 30

Nov 29, 2011

PIC Preet
Updated Green Sign
All open violations have been corrected.
.

Dec 7, 2011

On-site consult/ Got signiture on previous report.

Mar 8, 2012

Updated the green inspection sign.
Person In Charge- Joga

Mar 8, 2012

I. Employee Health
Management is aware and has a policy regarding employee health situations
II. Personnel Cleanliness
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas
Food employees experiencing persistent sneezing, coughing, or runny nose do not work with exposed foods, clean equipment, utensils, linens or unwrapped single service /use articles
III. Hand washing, Prevention of Contamination from Hands
Hand washing facilities are adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees
Hand washing facilities are adequately supplied
Exposed ready-to-eat foods are not touched by bare hands
Observed several employees properly wash hands during inspection, observed gloves used as required by employees on the line
IV. Person in Charge/Demonstration of Knowledge
Manager is certified in food safety
Manager has demonstrated knowledge through compliance with the food code
Manager demonstrated knowledge by responding to food safety questions regarding the operation
V. Thawing
Foods are thawed in accordance with the OAC.
Under refrigeration, under cold running water (not submerged, and not to exceed 41 F)
As part of the cooking process Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding
VII. Cooking, Reheating, Cooling, Hot and Cold Holding
Using proper cooking temperatures

Oct 2, 2012

The report was reviewed with the Person In Charge- Preet
Updated Sign

Oct 2, 2012

I. Employee Health +
II. Personnel Cleanliness +
III. Handwashing +
IV. Person In Charge Knowledge +
VI. Thawing +
VII. Cold/ Hot Holding +
VIII. Date Marking +
XI. Protection from Contamination +
XII. Chemical +

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