Fusion Buffet - Inspection Report
Address:4039 Mill St. Kansas City MO 64111
Establishment Type:Restaurant/Deli
Phone No.:(816) 960-6598

Inspection details
Inspection Date14 November, 2017
Inspection TypeFollow-Up
Critical Violations3
Non-critical Violations11

Violation Details
Regulation Code
Reference
Violation & Comments
4-101.11
Utensils/food-contact surfaces not made of safe, durable, smooth materials*
CRITICALComply by : Nov 17, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed hoisin sauce stored in the original can on a shelf below the make table. Manager had employee put the food in proper containers. Observed cooked sweet and sour chicken and general's chicken stored in plastic tubs that have holes in them. Observed some duct tape on gray bus tubs stored in the make table Pepsi cooler.
6-501.111
Effective pest control measures not in place *; and/or Dead or trapped pest not removed from traps at adequate frequency
CRITICALComply by : Nov 17, 2017
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed dead roaches on the floor in the utility room (with water heaters, sump pump) and also on the floor by the ice machine drain in the kitchen.
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at frequency to prevent buildup of residue
Comply by : Feb 12, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed buildup on shelving inside both Pepsi coolers and the walk-in cooler.
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
Comply by : Feb 12, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a spoon in the warewash handsink. Manager removed at reinspection. Observed a chair with a rice warmer blocking the handsink at the hibachi/sushi station.
3-304.12
In-use utensils not properly stored between uses
Comply by : Feb 12, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed bowls used as scoops in the container of sushi rice.
3-501.16
Cold Holding - Potentially hazardous cold food was not maintained at temperatures in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed cantaloupe on the salad bar with internal temperatures above 41F (see temp log). Food was removed from the salad bar to a cooler to cool down as it had been cut within the last 2 hours of inspection time. Observed sushi rolls on the sushi ice table to have internal temperatures above 41F (see temp log). Manager stated that they were recently made 1 hour prior to inspection. Sushi rolls were removed to the walk-in cooler to cool back down.
6-301.11
Handwashing Cleanser, Availability - Each handwashing lavatory or group of 2 adjacent lavatories is not provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
Comply by : Feb 12, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed no soap available at the hibachi/sushi station. Observed no soap available in the staff restroom.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair & cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean
Comply by : Feb 12, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed dust buildup on the ceiling, walls, and light fixtures throughout the dining room. Observed dust buildup on the ceiling vents in the dining room, especially over the buffet area. Observed heavy debris on the floor of the utility room. Observed green substance on the right side of the large middle window facing Mill Street. Observed the window frame is in disrepair. Observed dust buildup was observed on the exhaust vent on the ceiling above the stalls in both men's and women's restrooms. Observed splatter on the wall, to the right of the three-compartment sink. Observed plastic wrap on a GFCI outlet to the right of the three-compartment sink that has food residue on it. Manager removed plastic at time of reinspection. Observed buildup on the floor below the wok line. Observed buildup and debris in the drains on the floor at the wok line. Observed buildup on the mirror and walls in the staff restroom. Observed dust on the exhaust vent on the ceiling of the staff restroom. Observed buildup and debris on the floor below the dish machine and soaking sinks. Observed buildup on the wall below the hibachi flat top and sushi station. Observed standing water on the floor with a green tint below the sushi station.
3-304.14
Cloths used for wiping are used for other purposes; Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer; Wet & dry cloths not stored clean
Comply by : Feb 12, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed wet wiping cloths stored on surfaces throughout the establishment and not in sanitizer buckets.
2-402.11
Hair restraints & clothes that cover body hair not worn by employees
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed employee preparing food without a hair restraint. Employee donned a cap.
6-501.18
Maintaining & Using Handwashing Facilities - Handwashing facilities are not kept clean, maintained and/or used as specified in the Food Code.
Comply by : Feb 12, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed buildup on the faucets in the men's and women's restrooms.
3-305.11
Food is not stored as required by the Food Code
Comply by : Feb 12, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed multiple boxes of food, containers of prepared food, ice cream, and bagged food on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
3-501.12
Frozen PHF not slacked in accordance with the Food Code; and/or PHS not thawed in accorance with the Food Code
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed seafood thawing in standing water in the three-compartment sink. The faucet was turned on to run cold water over the thawing foods.
6-202.111
Homes/quarters used for food establishment operations; and/or Living/sleep quarters not separated from food operation
Comply by : Feb 12, 2018
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed pillows, blankets, and a space heater in the office.