Violation Code #8

Inspector Comments: "The handsink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels."

Result: Adequate handwashing facilities supplied and accessible.

Violation Code #8

Inspector Comments: "Several paper towel holders and soap dispensers on wall above food prep sink need to be removed."

Result: Adequate handwashing facilities supplied and accessible.

Violation Code #14

Inspector Comments: "The slicer blade had an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch."

Result: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized.

Violation Code #31

Inspector Comments: "Proper cooling methods were not used for potentially hazardous foods. Pasta salad was placed covered in plastic bowl and chicken covered in the refrigerator in containers greater than 4 inches deep."

Result: Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control.

Violation Code #46

Inspector Comments: "The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dishwasher."

Result: Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips.

Violation Code #46

Inspector Comments: "The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the quats sanitizing solution for the 2 bay sink."

Result: Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips.

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Violation Code #47

Inspector Comments: "The nonfood-contact surfaces under the prep counter and spices have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris."

Result: Non-food contact surfaces clean.

Violation Code #49

Inspector Comments: "The pre-flush spray hose at the 2 bay sink is hanging below the flood rim. A plumbing system shall be installed to prevent backflow of a liquid or gas contaminant into the water supply by providing an air gap or installing an approved backflow prevention device."

Result: Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

Violation Code #49

Inspector Comments: "The hose located in the kitchen prep area that is under continues pressure has no black flow prevention device."

Result: Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

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Violation Code #49

Inspector Comments: "The food prep sink is lacking an air gap."

Result: Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices.

Violation Code #50

Inspector Comments: "The condensate from the walk-in unit is draining into the food prep sink. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain."

Result: Sewage & waste water properly disposed.

Violation Code #51

Inspector Comments: "The door to the toilet room is not self-closing."

Result: Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned.

Violation Code #53

Inspector Comments: "The basement has an accumulation of clutter and debris."

Result: Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean.

Violation Code #53

Inspector Comments: "The floors in the storage area has an accumulation of old rodent droppings and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean."

Result: Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean.

Violation Code #53

Inspector Comments: "Ceiling tiles missing in hall outside of bathroom. Needs repair."

Result: Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean.

Violation Code #54

Inspector Comments: "Protective shielding is not provided for the lights in the prep area and dishwasher area. Light bulbs must be shielded, coated, or otherwise shatter-resistant in areas where there is exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; or unwrapped single-service and single-use articles."

Result: Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used.

Cozy Caterers

Founded in 1954, Cozy Caterers is located in the Federal Hill area of Providence. It provides full-service off-premises catering for business functions, casual social events, weddings and private dinners for over five decades. The business is owned by Providence City Council President Michael Solomon and his wife Denise. According to the company's website its mission is to "offer New Englanders wholesome food and drink with true flavor and personality.”