China Wok in Chambersburg fouls follow-up inspection, 15 violations, visible evidence of roaches in and around the refrigerator area, slicer that is used to slice meat was not clean or sanitized

Sep 5, 2020

China Wok in Chambersburg fouls follow-up inspection, 15 violations, visible evidence of roaches in and around the refrigerator area, slicer that is used to slice meat was not clean or sanitized

By: Don Shaw email: don.shaw@pennsylvaniachronicle.com 

Chambersburg, PA

China Wok

255 Southgate Shopping Center
Chambersburg, PA 17201
717-263-6666

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Food Safety and Laboratory Services conducted an unannounced retail food inspection on 9/2/2020. As a result of that inspection, and due to the severity of the specific violations China Wok was cited as being, “Out of Compliance” with Pennsylvania’s food safety regulations. During this inspection a total of 15 violations were found.

According to state records the restaurant had other out of compliance inspections:

Most Recent Inspection Inspection Type In Compliance  
03/03/2020 Follow-up In Violation(s) 2
02/18/2020 Regular Out Violation(s) 28
04/16/2019 Follow-up In Violation(s) 4
04/12/2019 Follow-up Out Violation(s) 9
04/11/2019 Regular Out Violation(s) 24

The inspector made the following comments in support of the violations found during the inspection:

  • Observed wet wiping cloths not being stored in sanitizer solution.
  • In several locations, food was observed not date marked or labeled.
  • Observed visible evidence of roaches in and around the refrigerator area.
  • Observed deeply scored cutting boards not resurfaced or discarded as required.
  • Observed vent hood has not been adequately cleaned as evidenced by the build up of grease and grime.
  • Exterior door located in the rear area of the food facility was open and does not protect against the entry of insects, rodents, and other animals.
  • Raw chicken was stored above raw beef in the walk-in.
  • Observed the slicer that is used to slice meat was not clean or sanitized.
  • Observed food that was stored uncovered.
  • Observed knives being used in contact with meat without being properly cleaned and sanitized prior to use.
  • Chicken was held at 60°F, in the kitchen area, rather than 41°F or below as required.
  • The chlorine concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay ware wash sink was 0 ppm, rather than 50-100 ppm as required.
  • Non-food contact surfaces not cleaned at a frequency to preclude accumulation of dirt and soil.
  • The Person in Charge does not have adequate knowledge of food safety in this food facility as evidenced by this non-compliant inspection.
  • Observed loose gaskets and broken seals on the Refrigerator door.
  • Wet wiping cloths are not being laundered daily.
  • The paper towel dispenser was empty at the hand washing sink in the kitchen.