REETHIKA INDIAN RESTAURANT, 2661 Federated Blvd, Columbus, OH 43235 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant: REETHIKA INDIAN RESTAURANT
Address: 2661 Federated Blvd, Columbus, OH 43235
Total inspections: 16
Last inspection: Aug 17, 2012
Score
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100

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No violation noted during this evaluation. Inspection Preoperation Sep 29, 2010 100
  • A handwashing sign was not posted at all handwashing sinks.
  • Cloths use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces are not laundered daily [as specified in OAC õõ3717-1-04.7].
  • Cloths used for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served were used for other tasks.
  • Each handwashing sink did not have a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder or bar soap.
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling were not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
  • Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by separation from raw animal food.
  • Single-service articles or single-use articles were reused.
  • Temperature measuring devices are missing, not correctly placed, not readable, or of improper design.
  • The operator is not using an effective method for cooling.
  • There is no covered receptacle in women's restroom.
  • Time/temperature controlled for safety foods are not being properly cooled within the allowed time period.
  • Unsafe food was not discarded or properly reconditioned
Inspection 30 day Nov 2, 2010 72
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Nov 2, 2010 100
  • Single-service articles or single-use articles were reused.
  • The operator is using a poisonous or toxic substance that is not approved for use in a food facility and/ or the substance is not being used according to law, conditions of licensing or to the manufacturer's directions.
Followup Inspection Nov 16, 2010 94
No violation noted during this evaluation. - Nov 17, 2010 100
  • Cloths use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces are not laundered daily [as specified in OAC õõ3717-1-04.7].
  • Lockers or other suitable facilities are not being utilized for the orderly storage of employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling were not constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material.
  • 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 operator is not using an effective method for cooling.
  • The operator is using a poisonous or toxic substance that is not approved for use in a food facility and/ or the substance is not being used according to law, conditions of licensing or to the manufacturer's directions.
Standard Inspection Jan 5, 2011 82
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Jan 5, 2011 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. - Feb 11, 2011 100
  • Clean equipment and utensils were not properly stored.
  • Equipment is not approved by a recognized agency or authority.
  • Non-food contact surfaces are dirty.
  • Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair.
  • Ready-to-eat food was not protected from cross-contamination by separation from raw animal food.
  • The physical facilities are not cleaned as often as necessary.
Standard Inspection Jul 14, 2011 86
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Jul 14, 2011 100
  • Access to handwashing sink is blocked.
Followup Inspection Aug 5, 2011 99
  • Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
  • Food items are not protected from contamination during storage.
  • Working containers of food are not properly labeled.
Standard Inspection Nov 17, 2011 97
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Nov 17, 2011 100
  • Fixed equipment was not properly installed.
  • Food is stored unwrapped or in uncovered containers.
  • Food-contact surfaces were dirty.
  • Handwashing sink does not provide water at a minimum temperature of 100°F (38°C) through a mixing valve or combination faucet.
  • Handwashing sink is being used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • The operator is not using an effective method for cooling.
  • The person in charge could not state the required food temperatures and times for safe refrigerated storage, hot holding, cooling, and/or reheating of time / temperature controlled for safety food.
Standard Inspection Aug 3, 2012 77
No violation noted during this evaluation. Critical Control Point Aug 3, 2012 100
No violation noted during this evaluation. Followup Inspection Aug 17, 2012 100

Violation descriptions and comments

Sep 29, 2010

INSPECTED AND APPROVED TO OPERATE AS A RL 4 FSO, RECEIVED PAYMENT FOR RL 4 LICENSE $628, CHECK #1003

Nov 2, 2010

PERSON IN CHARGE: MANOHAR BIJJA, OWNER
ISSUED NEW GREEN PASSED INSPECTION PLACARD AND POSTED AT FRONT ENTRANCE
- 30 DAY INSPECTION AT FACILITY.

Nov 2, 2010

PERSON IN CHARGE: MANOHAR, OWNER
PERSONNEL CLEANLINESS
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas. Observed chef with proper hair net; employees wearing single-use gloves.
HANDWASHING, PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION FROM HANDS
Hand washing facilities are adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees.
Hand washing facilities shall be adequately supplied and hands are properly washed when required. Provide soap at all hand sinks. Post handwashing signage.
Exposed ready-to-eat foods are not touched by bare hands.
PERSON IN CHARGE / DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE
Chef has attended CPH Level One Training.
THAWING
Foods are thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, cooking process.
COOKING, REHEATING, COOLING, HOT AND COLD HOLDING
Facility is using proper cooking temperatures.
TCS foods that have been cooked and refrigerated are reheated within 2 hours to 165 F.
TCS foods shall be cooled from 140 F to 70 F within 2 hours; & 70 F to 41 F within 4 hours.
Observed hot foods are being held at 135 F and cold foods are being held at 41 F.
DATE MARKING / TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL
Ready-to-eat TCS foods are date marked and discarded when required.
PROTECTION FROM CONTAMINATION
Raw foods shall be

Nov 16, 2010

PERSON IN CHARGE: MANOHAR
- FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION FOR OPEN CRITICAL VIOLATIONS.
- FACILITY DID OUTSTANDING JOB IN CORRECTING VIOLATIONS BY THIS FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION.
- EDUCATED AND DEMONSTRATED PROPER CHLORINE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION, 50 PPM CHLORINE BLEACH.
- NO FURTHER FOLLOW-UP.

Nov 17, 2010

- ON SITE CONSULTATION AT FACILITY TO DELIVER COPY OF STANDARD INSPECTION REPORT FROM 11/16/10.

Jan 5, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: MANOHAR, OWNER
ISSUED NEW DATE FOR POSTED GREEN SIGNAGE

Jan 5, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: MANOHAR, OWNER
PERSONNEL CLEANLINESS
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas.
Store employee belongings in separate area.
HANDWASHING, PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION FROM HANDS
Hand washing facilities are adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees.
Hand washing facilities are adequately supplied and hands are properly washed when required.
Exposed ready-to-eat foods are not touched by bare hands.
THAWING
Foods are thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, cooking process.
COOKING, REHEATING, COOLING, HOT AND COLD HOLDING
Facility is using proper cooking temperatures.
TCS foods that have been cooked and refrigerated are reheated within 2 hours to 165 F.
TCS foods shall be cooled from 140 F to 70 F within 2 hours; & 70 F to 41 F within 4 hours. Use shall pans; vent wrapping to cool TCS products rapidly.
Observed hot foods are being held at 135 F and cold foods are being held at 41 F. Maintain TCS foods at buffet at 135 F or above.
DATE MARKING / TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL
Ready-to-eat TCS foods shall be date marked and discarded when required.
PROTECTION FROM CONTAMINATION
Raw foods are separated from each other during storage, preparation, holding, & display.
Foods are protected from physical contamination

Feb 11, 2011

ON SITE CONSULTATION AT FACILITY TO DELIVER COPY OF RECENT RESTAURANT REVIEW ARTICLE OF FACILITY.

Jul 14, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: MANOHAR, OWNER
ISSUED NEW DATE FOR POSTED GREEN SIGNAGE

Jul 14, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: MANOHAR, OWNER
XI. PROTECTION FROM CONTAMINATION
At time of inspection, observed packages of raw ground beef stored above uncovered container of custard at dining room prep top unit. Raw foods shall be separated from each other during storage, preparation, holding, & display to protect from cross contamination. Observed foods are protected from physical contamination during storage, preparation, & display. Owner abated during inspection by moving raw animal product below ready-to-eat food product. Abated.
II. PERSONNEL CLEANLINESS
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas. Employees shall drink from only covered beverage containers. Observed kitchen employee with proper hair net.
III. HANDWASHING, PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION FROM HANDS
Hand washing facilities are adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees.
Hand washing facilities are adequately supplied and hands are properly washed when required.
Exposed ready-to-eat foods are not touched by bare hands.
VI. THAWING
Foods are thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, cooking process.
VII. COOKING, REHEATING, COOLING, HOT AND COLD HOLDING
Facility is using proper cooking temperatures.
TCS foods that have been cooked and refrigerated are reheated within 2 hours to 165 F.
TCS foods are cooled from

Aug 5, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: JHENSI, OWNER
- FOLLOW-UP INSPECTION FOR OPEN CRITICAL VIOLATION.
- OBSERVED PLUMBING LEAK REPAIRED AT KITCHEN PREP SINK.
- CLOSED OUT OPEN CRITICAL VIOLATION.
- PROVIDED PHONE NUMBER FOR INFORMATION ON OBTAINING LIQUOR LICENSE.

Nov 17, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: MANOHAR
ISSUED NEW DATE FOR POSTED GREEN SIGNAGE

Nov 17, 2011

PERSON IN CHARGE: MANOHAR, OWNER
II. PERSONNEL CLEANLINESS
Food employees eat, and drink only in designated areas.
III. HANDWASHING, PREVENTION OF CONTAMINATION FROM HANDS
Hand washing facilities are adequate and conveniently located and accessible for employees.
Hand washing facilities are adequately supplied and hands are properly washed when required.
Exposed ready-to-eat foods are not touched by bare hands.
VI. THAWING
Foods are thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, cooking process.
VII. COOKING, REHEATING, COOLING, HOT AND COLD HOLDING
Facility is using proper cooking temperatures.
TCS foods that have been cooked and refrigerated are reheated within 2 hours to 165 F.
TCS foods are cooled from 140 F to 70 F within 2 hours; & 70 F to 41 F within 4 hours.
Observed hot foods are being held at 135 F and cold foods are being held at 41 F.
VIII. DATE MARKING / TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL
Ready-to-eat TCS foods are date marked and discarded when required.
XI. PROTECTION FROM CONTAMINATION
Raw foods are separated from each other during storage, preparation, holding, & display.
Foods shall be protected from physical contamination during storage, preparation, & display. All food products shall be stored at a minimum of 6 inches off the

Aug 3, 2012

Report signed by and reviewed with PIC: Manohar
Updated green sign
Follow-up inspection in about 2 weeks. Please address all violations.

Aug 3, 2012

II. (+) Good
III. (-) Hand sink does not provide water at 100 deg F; observed blue tub in hand sink. Keep hand sink unblocked and provide hot water to ensure proper handwashing.
IV. (-) PIC could not state required time / temp for cooling foods properly. Reviewed and provided handouts.
VIII. (+) Observed products properly date marked
XI. (-) Foods not covered in storage. Keep products such as dry ingredients covered to prevent contamination.
XV. (+) Thermometer available.

Aug 17, 2012

PIC: Manohar
Report reviewed with and signed by Manohar
Follow-up inspection for standard inspection conducted on 8-3-12.
Critical violations corrected. Continue to monitor cooling temperatures and ensure product is cooled from 135 - 70 deg F in 2 hours and down to 41 deg F in additional 4 hours. Facility is maintaining cooling logs.
Note: women's restroom hand sink has not yet been resealed to wall. PIC stated a repair person has been scheduled but unfortunately has not shown up to facility during scheduled appointments. Ensure hand sink is resealed to wall.

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