Q & A with DOH
Questions from restaurateurs that I had asked the DoH for an answer 1. “seated together”can mean at the same table but doesn’t necessarily mean “seated at the same time”. I’m interested I knowing if the whole party must be present to be seated. “Seated together” will mean at the same table. The whole party does […]
Thoughts on Getting Ready to Re-Open
As we are very near to re-opening, there is a lot of information, and I tried to pull together what restaurants need to do to be ready. This information and observations are from the various publications and webinars that have I have attended. There are 3 sets of rules that need to be followed. Only […]
MSDS Safety Data Sheets
Does my restaurant need Safety Data Sheets OR Material Safety Data Sheet Information? Proper use of the chemicals found in your facility is an important factor in safe food and to your staff. Just as important as proper temperatures of foods, improper chemical use can make your diners severely ill, and your staff could get […]
New DOH Regulations
The Hawaii DoH is gradually improving and raising the food safety standards, and this September 2nd, they are implementing some key regulations from the 2013 FDA Food Code. These are all welcome changes and work to increase the level of food safety here in Hawaii. The areas affecting most restaurants are: During working hours, including […]
Dept. of Health Visits
While Health Department visits can be stressful, if you have a properly designed and followed a Food Safety Program, your blood pressure should not have to spike. DoH inspectors are visiting to make sure safe food is being served, not get your restaurant in trouble. Let’s talk a little about what to do when the […]
Resolutions
Resolutions for your Restaurant Like most people, New Year’s resolutions are a wish to improve on a personal issue in the coming year. I broke mine with the extra pancakes I had the next morning, but there are a few that your restaurant should make and keep in this new year and beyond. Keeping of […]
