Thai Spice Express - Inspection Report
Address:4171 Sterling Ave Kansas City MO 64133
Establishment Type:Restaurant/Deli
Phone No.:(816) 878-3440

Inspection details
Inspection Date25 February, 2019
Inspection TypeRoutine
Critical Violations8
Non-critical Violations10

Violation Details
Regulation Code
Reference
Violation & Comments
5-205.15
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair *
CRITICALComply by : Feb 28, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a leak at the 3rd bin during the 3 compartment sink test.
3-305.14
Unpackaged food not protected from environmental contamination during prep
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed noodles in stored standing water to not contain covering. Person in charge covered noodles.
2-301.14
When to Wash - Food Employees did not clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms according to Food Code guidelines
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed employees handling potentially foods without washing their hands between tasks. Educated employees. Inspector observed employee wash hands between tasks after educated.
3-304.15
Single-use gloves being used for more than one task; and/or Appropriate gloves not being used for job task being performed
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed employees handling food change between tasks without changing gloves. Educated employee regarding glove use and when to change. Inspector observed employee change gloves between tasks after educated. *NOTE* "Gloves, Use Limitation. (A) If used, single-use gloves shall be used for only one task such as working with ready-to-eat food or with raw animal food, used for no other purpose, and discarded when damaged or soiled, or when interruptions occur in the operation."
4-601.11
Equipment not maintained free of encrusted grease/soil deposits
Comply by : May 26, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed build up at the grill top venthood.
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at frequency to prevent buildup of residue
Comply by : May 26, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed debri in kitchen reach in coolers.
8-304.11
Upon acceptance of the permit issued by the regulatory authority, the permit holder in order to retain the permit shall: (A) Post the permit in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to Consumers;
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION: Post the permit in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to Consumers
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed permit for 2019 not posted within establishment Person in charge posted permit in front frame.
5-205.11
Using a Handwashing facility - A handwashing facility is not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use; is being used for purposes other than handwashing or is not being used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed cooking utensils stored in handwashing sink. Person in charge removed items.
4-602.11
Eq. & Food-Contact-Cleaning Frequency - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned according to the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed bleach sanitizer to be above 200ppm. Person in charge made new bleach sanitizer to be between 100-150ppm.
6-501.110
Designated dressing rooms/lockers not used by employees
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed employee drink stored in coco-cola reach in cooler. Person in charge discarded drink.
3-305.11
Food is not stored as required by the Food Code
Comply by : May 26, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed sugar stored on floor. Person in charge placed container on proper shelving.
3-501.18
RTE PHF, Disposition - Ready-to-Eat, Potentially Hazardous Food was not discarded in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed multiple potentially hazardous food items stored in the prep table reach in not discarded within 7 days. Person in charge discarded foods.
4-903.11
Single-service/use items not stored as specified in the Food Code; and/or Single-service/use items stored in prohibited areas
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed single-service items stored on shelving to not be inverted. Person in charge changed storage of items to be inverted.
3-304.11
Food Contact with Equipment & Utensils - Food was allowed to contact surfaces of equipment and utensils that are not cleaned as specified according to the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed several uncovered potentially hazardous foods stored in reach in prep cooler. Person in charge covered food items. Observed spoons stored inside food items in clear reach in cooler. Person in charge discarded food items.
3-302.11
Separation, Packaging & Segregation - Food was not protected from cross contamination according to the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed raw beef stored on same shelving with cabbages. Person in charge rearranged items to be separated. Observed multiple potentially hazardous foods stored inside bags. Person in charged separated food items and food items in designated food bins
3-302.12
Food storage containers are not identified with common name of food
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed flour and thai sauce to not contain food label. Person in charge labeled items.
3-501.17
RTE PHF, Date Marking - Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours was not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed multiple potentially hazardous foods items stored in the prep table reach in cooler to not contain dates. Person in charge dated food items. Observed multiple potentially hazardous food items stored in the reach in cooler to not have contain dates. Person in charge dated food items. Observed multiple meats in freezer to not contain dates on items. Person in charge dated food items.
3-202.15
Package Integrity - Food packages were not in good condition and did not appear to protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed bags of frozen meat stored in freezer uncovered and inside worn bags allowing exposure. Person in charge removed items from freezer and stored items in covered bins.