Food held, cooled, cooked, or reheated outside safe temperatures, letting dangerous bacteria multiply.
Raw meat, poultry, or seafood not separated from ready-to-eat food, or food left unprotected during prep, storage, or display.
Cleaning chemicals or other toxic substances unlabeled or stored where they can reach food.
A sick or symptomatic employee present, or staff unaware of when illness bars them from working with food.
Shelves, counters, handles, or equipment exteriors soiled with grease, debris, or dust.
High-risk food (like meat) thawed improperly, promoting bacterial growth.
Dirty wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer, or soiled linens handled improperly.
Restrooms not clean, stocked, or maintained as required.