CONDITIONAL
Big Joe's Goodtim Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection
BIG JOE'S GOODTIME DELI AND GRILL INC
717 MONTEREY BLVD, SF 94127
West PortalDeliNear West Portal Muni
October 30, 2025
10:45 AM - 11:35 AM
Routine Inspection
5
Total Violations
3
Major
2
Minor
Inspector's Report
Inspector found no valid food safety manager certificate on site, requiring one within 14 days. The facility lacked proper warewashing equipment including drain plugs for the three-compartment sink and test strips. Additional deficiencies included missing lighting in dry storage, inaccurate thermometers, and unsealed cracks needing vermin-proofing at door frames and walls.
Violations Cited
5
#34
MAJOR
Warewash Facilities
Why This Matters
Improper dishwashing spreads pathogens across all dishes. Hepatitis A survives on improperly washed dishes for weeks. Causes recurring outbreak cycles.
What Was Observed
Obtain drain plugs to properly wash, rinse, and sanitize at the three-compartment sink. Observed no drain plugs available.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114095, 114099
#38
MAJOR
Thermometers Provided and Accurate
What Was Observed
Provide an accurate, calibrated thermometer. Observed thermometer not accurate/calibrated.
#43
MAJOR
Vermin Proofing
Why This Matters
Clutter provides harborage for rodents and cockroaches. Cardboard harbors cockroach eggs. Each egg case contains 30-40 nymphs.
What Was Observed
Vermin proof: seal the cracks and crevices in the following areas: Crevices on door frame leading into kitchen, Wall beneath ANSUL system reservoir
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114067, 114123
#1B
MINOR
Food Safety Manager Certification
Why This Matters
Certified managers reduce critical violations by 60%. They understand temperature control, contamination prevention, and proper hygiene that prevents outbreaks.
What Was Observed
Observed no valid food safety manager certificate. Obtain within 14 days. Email to Katherine.tuazon@sfdph.org
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#1B
MINOR
Food Safety Manager Certification
Why This Matters
Certified managers reduce critical violations by 60%. They understand temperature control, contamination prevention, and proper hygiene that prevents outbreaks.
What Was Observed
Observed no valid food safety manager certificate. Obtain within 14 days. Email to Katherine.tuazon@sfdph.org
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
Inspector Information
Received By
Rosa