CHAO CAJUN F93
4125 CLEVELAND AVE #1120, Fort Myers FL 33901 · 626-242-0106
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 22 visits since September 2023
JAN 25
DEC 25
APR 26
APR 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live cockroach under reach in freezer unit by dishwashing are.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $1,360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026037877 | Apr 20, 2026 | Jun 25, 2026 | $400 |
| 7--2024053193 | Aug 6, 2024 | Sep 30, 2024 | $400 |
| 7--2024023466 | Mar 7, 2024 | May 21, 2024 | $200 |
| 7--2021026577 | May 5, 2021 | Jun 24, 2021 | $160 |
| 7--2016041105 | Aug 17, 2016 | Sep 12, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
22 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed box of raw chicken stored over green beans.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided to operator during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen.
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employees signed form at time of inspection.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee eating at food prep table in kitchen. The employee removed items from prep table.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided a copy to operator during inspection.
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed styrofoam to go containers stored in splash zone of handwash sink at front counter. The operator relocated the items.
Jun 15, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed health reporting agreement to operator.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Zuejeily Gonzalez has been there 2 months and does not have proof of employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Apr 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Zuejeily Gonzalez has been there 2 months and does not have proof of employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Apr 23, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (47F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (50F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding) Operator states raw chicken and potatoes were in walk in cooler since following day and discarded. The operator iced down the cut leafy greens, and cooked noodles. Observed cooked noodles (68F - Cold Holding); brown rice (63F - Cold Holding)outside of refrigeration on cook line. The operator states the items had been out less than 1 hour and were moved to walk in cooler.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Zuejeily Gonzalez has been there 2 months and does not have proof of employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Apr 21, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (47F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (50F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding) Operator states raw chicken and potatoes were in walk in cooler since following day and discarded. The operator iced down the cut leafy greens, and cooked noodles. Observed cooked noodles (68F - Cold Holding); brown rice (63F - Cold Holding)outside of refrigeration on cook line. The operator states the items had been out less than 1 hour and were moved to walk in cooler.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Zuejeily Gonzalez has been there 2 months and does not have proof of employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Apr 20, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (47F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (50F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding) Operator states raw chicken and potatoes were in walk in cooler since following day and discarded. The operator iced down the cut leafy greens, and cooked noodles. Observed cooked noodles (68F - Cold Holding); brown rice (63F - Cold Holding)outside of refrigeration on cook line. The operator states the items had been out less than 1 hour and were moved to walk in cooler.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Zuejeily Gonzalez has been there 2 months and does not have proof of employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored above prep table.
Apr 17, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (47F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (50F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding) Operator states raw chicken and potatoes were in walk in cooler since following day and discarded. The operator iced down the cut leafy greens, and cooked noodles. Observed cooked noodles (68F - Cold Holding); brown rice (63F - Cold Holding)outside of refrigeration on cook line. The operator states the items had been out less than 1 hour and were moved to walk in cooler.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Zuejeily Gonzalez has been there 2 months and does not have proof of employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored above prep table.
Apr 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee come from outside and go straight to cook line without washing hands. The operator stopped employee and had them wash hands.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on wall/on soap dispenser. The operator cleaned area and removed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (47F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (50F - Cold Holding); cooked potato (50F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (47F - Cold Holding) Operator states raw chicken and potatoes were in walk in cooler since following day and discarded. The operator iced down the cut leafy greens, and cooked noodles. Observed cooked noodles (68F - Cold Holding); brown rice (63F - Cold Holding)outside of refrigeration on cook line. The operator states the items had been out less than 1 hour and were moved to walk in cooler.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Zuejeily Gonzalez has been there 2 months and does not have proof of employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 12 dead roaches in and around the mop sink. The operator cleaned sink and removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored above prep table.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. The operator removed the tongs.
Apr 14, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed health reporting agreement to operator.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Zuejeily Gonzalez has been there 2 months and does not have proof of employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Apr 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Observed sanitizer at 3 compartment sink 0ppm, operator remixed to 75ppm.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee came into kitchen, put on apron and handled a clean pan. Stopped and had employee wash hands.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee not wash hands before putting on gloves. Educated employee and washed hands prior to putting on gloves.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle personal cell phone and then scoop rice into a single service container without handwash.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken in marinade (54F - Cold Holding); in walk in cooler. The operator states the chicken was prepped an hour prior and iced it down.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (93F - Hot Holding) in warmer. Operator states it has been there for less than 2 hours and reheated in oven.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in sink across from handwash sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink blocked by pans sitting on floor, the operator removed the items.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed spoon in handwash sink at front counter.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed health reporting agreement to operator.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Zuejeily Gonzalez has been there 2 months and does not have proof of employee training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food above prep table. Observed employee phone above prep table and cooked potatoes. The operator relocated the items.
Single-service containers stored next to handwash sink at front counter exposed to splash.
Dec 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone and keys stored above prep area on cook line. The operator moved the items. Observed open employee beverage on prep table on cook line and prep table in kitchen, the operator moved the beverages.
Dec 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch inside of garbage can with gloves and did not wash hands before returning to work.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed operator make bare hand contact with ready to eat pasta cooling in the 3 compartment sink. The operator discarded the pasta.
Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Observed operator make bare hand contact with ready to eat pasta cooling in the 3 compartment sink. The operator discarded the pasta.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut leafy greens (75F - Cold Holding) at cook line, the operator discarded the item.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut leafy greens (75F - Cold Holding); cooked pasta (48F - Cold Holding) on cook line. The operator discarded the cut leafy greens, and placed the pasta in the walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (109F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (120F - Hot Holding) stored in metal pans in kitchen. The operator states he was hot holding until moving to front for service. Observed cooked potato (113F - Hot Holding) on cook line. The operator relocated the items to the walk in cooler for cooling.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored, stainless steel cleaner stored over prep area and open food on cook line. The operator relocated the item.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal containers stored in handwash sink near 3 compartment sink. The operator removed the items.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone and keys stored above prep area on cook line. The operator moved the items. Observed open employee beverage on prep table on cook line and prep table in kitchen, the operator moved the beverages.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee involved in prep and cook of food wearing a sweatband on wrist, the employee removed the item.
Jan 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen as blocked by items stored in sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling vent over walk in cooler as damaged. Mall is currently undergoing repairs/renovations.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches in 3 compartment sink. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Aug 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of walk in cooler.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining from condenser unit in walk in cooler unit.
Aug 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live cockroach under reach in freezer unit by dishwashing are.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of walk in cooler.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed no hood drip tray on right side of hood system.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining from condenser unit in walk in cooler unit.
Aug 5, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live cockroach under reach in freezer unit by dishwashing are.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead cockroach in mop sink, 1 dead cockroach on floor under prep sink.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on equipment handle by grill.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed no hood drip tray on right side of hood system.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining from condenser unit in walk in cooler unit.
Jul 31, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live cockroach under reach in freezer unit by dishwashing are.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead cockroach in mop sink, 1 dead cockroach on floor under prep sink.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on equipment handle by grill.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed no hood drip tray on right side of hood system.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining from condenser unit in walk in cooler unit.
Mar 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining on to floor from condenser unit in to floor of walk in cooler.
Mar 7, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler: raw chicken (55F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (54F - Cold Holding); ambient air (53F - Cold Holding); garlic (53F - Cold Holding). Operator states that unit has been open for extended period of time.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining on to floor from condenser unit in to floor of walk in cooler.
Mar 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee adjust hat, then return to food preparation of bourbon chicken.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler: raw chicken (55F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (54F - Cold Holding); ambient air (53F - Cold Holding); garlic (53F - Cold Holding). Operator states that unit has been open for extended period of time.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line: rice (117F - Hot Holding); fried chicken (116F - Hot Holding); cooked chicken (87F - Hot Holding). Operator states all items have only been out for 30 minutes. Operator began moving items to coolers or began reheating on stove.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of walk in cooler.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining on to floor from condenser unit in to floor of walk in cooler.
Sep 21, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Walk in cooler: ambient air (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding); green beans (45F - Cold Holding); cut squash (46F - Cold Holding); bourbon sauce (44F - Cold Holding). Operator states that cooler has been left open for an extended period of time due to morning prep.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed to Operator.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven handle in kitchen. Operator moved item for proper storage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in standing water at front counter.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water leaking from water filter.
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