CONDITIONAL
Willys Food: Multiple Violations - Conditional
November 25, 2025
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Routine Inspection
9
Total Violations
5
Major
4
Minor
3
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Inspection found missing food safety manager certification, improper reheating of mashed potatoes (86°F), black debris in ice machine, raw meat stored above ready-to-eat foods, and unauthorized household insecticide use. The facility also had grease buildup on exhaust hood requiring service and lacked a valid health permit. Several violations were corrected on site.
Violations Cited
9
#11
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Proper Reheating for Hot Holding
What Was Observed
Observed mashed potatoes at an internal temperature of 86 degrees Fahrenheit in hot holding unit. Per operator, food items are reheated in the microwave prior to placing in the hot holding unit. Operator demonstrated with a plastic container of rice that was in the process of reheating in the microwave. Operator transferred rice to a metal container prior to placing in hot holding unit. Internal temperature of rice was 142 degrees Fahrenheit after stirred. Recommended that food items be stirred and monitored with an approved thermometer to ensure proper reheating. Corrected on site: Operator reheated food items to 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
#14
MAJOR
Food Contact Surfaces: Clean and Sanitized
Why This Matters
Dirty cutting boards and utensils cause 76% of cross-contamination. Biofilms protect bacteria from cleaning. One contaminated surface spreads pathogens to dozens of foods.
What Was Observed
Observed black debris buildup on metal lip inside ice machine.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#27
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Food Separated and Protected
Why This Matters
Raw chicken drips contaminate everything below with Salmonella and Campylobacter. Cross-contamination causes massive outbreaks affecting hundreds.
What Was Observed
Observed container of raw hamburger patties stored above bags of French fries. Corrected on site: Operator relocated container of meat.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113986, 113988
#29
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored and Used
What Was Observed
Observed can of Raid stored below three compartment sink. Per operator, the Raid is used for flies when there is an issue. Corrected on site: Operator immediately discarded can of Raid per instruction. Education provided regarding the use of licensed pest control at commercial facility.
#37
MAJOR
Adequate Ventilation and Lighting
What Was Observed
Observed buildup of debris and grease on filter panels and equipment of mechanical exhaust hood. Last service was conducted March 2025.
#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
Operator was unable to provide a valid food safety manager's certificate at the time of inspection.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 113947.1
#36
MINOR
Equipment, Utensils and Linens: Storage and Use
Why This Matters
Improperly stored utensils collect airborne bacteria and dust. Contaminated storage spreads pathogens to clean items.
What Was Observed
Observed long serving spoon stored inside container of flour with handle directly touching the flour.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114161, 114178
#44
MINOR
Floors, Walls and Ceiling: Built, Maintained and Clean
Why This Matters
Cracks and holes allow pest entry and make cleaning impossible. Deteriorated surfaces harbor bacteria that contaminate food and equipment.
What Was Observed
Observed accumulation of grease and debris on walls and ceilings above mechanical exhaust hood.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266
#44
MINOR
Floors, Walls and Ceiling: Built, Maintained and Clean
Why This Matters
Cracks and holes allow pest entry and make cleaning impossible. Deteriorated surfaces harbor bacteria that contaminate food and equipment.
What Was Observed
Observed accumulation of grease and debris on walls and ceilings above mechanical exhaust hood.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114143, 114266
Inspector Information
Email
montre.tieu@sfdph.org
Received By
Musleh Aloudi