CHECKERBOARD RESTAURANT

Food items in storage were not properly covered, which could allow contamination.

The kitchen floors, walls, and ceilings need to be cleaned and kept in good repair, particularly around and under equipment, counters, and baseboards.

The restaurant must use a test kit to check that sanitizer is at the proper strength for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces.

Equipment, utensils, and surfaces that touch food must be in good condition and properly maintained.

A certified food handler or supervisor must be present whenever the restaurant is open.

The restaurant's ventilation system needs to be thoroughly cleaned to properly remove cooking odors, fumes, and heat from the kitchen.

The restaurant must keep cleaning cloths and towels clean and in good condition, and must provide a sanitizing solution for cleaning utensils and food contact surfaces.