Mercato By Italian Bakery - Grocery

It was noted that the facility was not heating soup properly prior to storing it to a hot holding unit. The temperature of soup was noted to be at 33 degrees C in one soup warmer and 60 in the second soup warmer. , Please be advised that soup must be heated to the internal temperature of 74 degrees C as soon as possible using a stove and must then be kept above 60 degrees C. The facility does not have a stove. The operator indicated that they would be acquiring an induction plate to heat the soup.

It was noted that the bakery area was not performing manual dishwashing procedures properly. Dishes were not being fully submerged in the sanitizing solution. Staff members indicated that they leave dishes in the bleach solution for 30 seconds only. Staff member also indicated that the sink drain stopper is not tall enough for them to fill the sanitizing sink. , Please acquire a taller sink drain stopper and ensure that all dishes are fully submerged in the bleach solution for at least two minutes. Dishes that cannot be fully submerged must not be used.

1. Food items were stored on the floor. , Please ensure all food items are stored at least six inches above the floor., 2. Staff mobile phones were noted on cafe prep counter. , Please ensure that staff personal items are stored away from prep counters, food and food related items. Please do not store staff personal items on prep counters or with food and food related items.

General cleaning is required in the facility. , Please clean the facility thoroughly and ensure it is maintained in a clean and organized state at all times.