Genghis Khan Mongolian Grill - Inspection Report
Address:3906 Bell Kansas City MO 64111
Establishment Type:Restaurant/Deli
Phone No.:(816) 668-5678

Inspection details
Inspection Date13 May, 2019
Inspection TypeRoutine
Critical Violations12
Non-critical Violations11

Violation Details
Regulation Code
Reference
Violation & Comments
4-101.11
Utensils/food-contact surfaces not made of safe, durable, smooth materials*
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed hoisin sauce stored in its own can in the make table reach-in cooler. Employees were unable to inform inspector when the can was opened. Can was discarded. Observed dumplings stored in a grocery-style bag in the reach-in freezer. Manager had employee put the dumplings in food-safe containers.
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 cooked noodles on the buffet to have an internal temperature above 41F (see temp log). Manager discarded.
3-101.11
Safe, Unadulterated, & Honestly Presented - Food was not seen to be safe, unadulterated, and/or honestly presented.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a discolored cut avocado stored on a shelf in the prep reach-in cooler. Manager discarded.
3-501.16
Hot Holding - Potentially hazardous hot food was not maintained at temperatures in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed cooked chicken in the steam well with an internal temperature below 135F. Chicken was discarded.
5-205.15
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair *
CRITICALComply by : May 16, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a leak from the pipes below the right-most basin of the three-compartment sink.
3-304.12
In-use utensils not properly stored between uses
Comply by : Aug 11, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a pair of tongs on the handle of the fryer door. Observed the scoop handle stored in contact with food in the cornstarch bulk container. Manager moved the scoop upright.
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
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed two wet wiping cloths stored under clean dishes at the shelf above the three-compartment sink. Manager removed to a sanitizer bucket. Observed employee wearing a towel around his waist during food prep. Manager had employee remove towel.
6-303.11
Lighting intensity not adequate in food prep, storage & service areas
Comply by : Aug 11, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a light out in the hood vent on the right side. Observed dim lighting in the walk-in cooler.
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.
CRITICALComply by : May 16, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed date markings missing on food cooked the day prior in the walk-in cooler (noodles) and in the prep table reach-in cooler (chicken).
6-202.15
Openings to outside not protected against entry of pest as specified in the Food Code; and/or Protective barriers not provided for exterior walls/roofs
Comply by : Aug 11, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed gaps in the doors to the outside in the basement.
4-601.11
Food Contact Clean to Sight and Touch - Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils was not clean to sight and touch.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed grease buildup in the gears of the table-mounted can opener. Manager removed to the dish area to be cleaned.
7-201.11
Separation, Storage - Poisonous or toxic materials are not stored in accordance with the Food Code.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed a bucket of bleach sanitizer stored on top of the prep table with active food prep taking place. Manager removed the bucket to the floor.
2-402.11
Hair restraints & clothes that cover body hair not worn by employees
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed two food employees without hair restraints. Both employees put on hats.
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at frequency to prevent buildup of residue
Comply by : Aug 11, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed buildup on the shelving in the walk-in cooler, make table reach-in cooler, and the prep table reach-in cooler.
3-302.11
Separation, Packaging & Segregation - Food was not protected from cross contamination according to the Food Code.
CRITICALComply by : May 16, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed raw chicken stored with pooled eggs and above pooled eggs in the make table reach-in cooler.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair & cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean
Comply by : Aug 11, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed food debris on the floor of the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Observed holes in the ceiling of the basement.
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 a brush stored in the handsink by the ice machine. Manager removed. Observed a slotted spoon in the handsink by the three-compartment sink. Manager removed.
6-501.113
Maintenance tools not properly stored; and/or Premises not free of unnecessary items/litter
Comply by : Aug 11, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed clutter, unused furniture, and old equipment in the basement of establishment.
3-501.19
Time as a Public Health Control - Potentially hazardous food before cooking, or for ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food that is displayed or held for service for immediate consumption was not marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION: If time only, rather than time in conjunction with temperature, is used as the public health control for a working supply of potentially hazardous food before cooking, or for ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food that is displayed or held for service for immediate consumption: (1) The food shall be marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control, (2) The food shall be cooked and served, served if ready-to-eat, or discarded, within 4 hours from the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control, (3) The food in unmarked containers or packages or marked to exceed a 4 hour limit shall be discarded, and (4) Written procedures shall be maintained in the food establishment and made available to the regulatory authority upon request, that ensure compliance with: (a) Subparagraphs (A)(1)-(4) of this section, and (b) § 3-501.14 for food that is prepared, cooked, and refrigerated before time is used as a public health control.
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed no time markings on the watermelon on the buffet. Food was discarded.
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 buildup on the ice machine catchplate in the kitchen. Manager cleaned at time of inspection.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair & adjusted per manufacturer's specs; and/or Scratched cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded
Comply by : Aug 11, 2019
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed ice buildup in the walk-in freezer on the condenser, condenser pipes, and floor.
3-304.13
Linens & napkins used in contact with food as prohibited by the Food Code
Corrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed linens stored on top of egg rolls and eggs in the prep table reach-in cooler. Manager removed.
2-401.11
Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco - An employee was seen eating, drinking, or using a form of tobacco in designated areas where the contamination of exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; unwrapped single-service and single-use articles; or other items needing protection could result.
CRITICALCorrected On Site
RECOMMENDED RESOLUTION:
OBSERVATIONS & CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: Observed employee drink stored on the prep table with active food prep. Manager removed to designated area.