| Violation Item
| Demerits
| Violation Description
| CDI | R | VR |
|
|---|
|
16
|
1.50
|
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized |
Yes |
No
|
No |
4-602.11 (C ) Equipment food contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned, and sanitized per 4-702.11/4-703.11, throughout the day at least every 4 hours, unless otherwise indicated in the Food Code, P. Observed transfer pans that were being used for more than 4 hours at the grill station. PIC stated that they use the same pans for the whole shift (8 hours) and then wash them. CDI: Pans replaced with new ones. Ensure all transfer pans are washed/rinsed/sanitized every 4 hours.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: Sanitizing Solutions - https://youtu.be/ykP2mr9CtRg , How to Test Sanitizer https://youtu.be/y0SjmnabFaY , and Cleaning and Sanitizing Food Contact Surfaces https://youtu.be/av1Rbh-lh08 . |
|
21
|
0
|
Proper hot holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(1) Maintain TCS foods in hot holding at 135F or above. -P Observed pan of fried steak holding at 122-132F at line. CDI - steak discarded and fresh batch made. All other hot holding was in compliance today.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . |
|
22
|
1.50
|
Proper cold holding temperatures |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed american cheese, pimento cheese, and eggs holding above 41F. CDI: American cheese was moved to the walk in and cooled; Pimento cheese was rapidly cooled to 41F once the prep top lid was held close for 20 min; eggs were voluntarily discarded. EHS suggests holding less of the american cheese in the prep top and then if this is not sufficient, on time for 4 hours if it is unable to maintain temperature.
For more information, please visit: https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/food-and-facilities-sanitation or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://youtu.be/bRvqAETDjQU and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ . |
|
24
|
1.50
|
Time as a Public Health Control; procedures & records |
Yes |
No
|
No |
3-501.19(B)(3) Follow written procedures for foods held using Time as a Public Health Control (TPHC) for 4 hours. Food shall be marked to indicate the time that is 4 hours past the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control. - Pf - Observed freshly blanched fries were added to the previously blanched fries with a discard/cook time of 10:40 at 10:40. CDI: All fries were then fully cooked off and held on the line. |
|
40
|
1
|
Personal cleanliness |
No |
Yes
|
No |
2-402.11 Use head coverings, beard guards and clothing to restrain body hair from contacting exposed food, equipment, and utensils. - REPEAT - Observed multiple employees lacking hair restraints. Ensure all food handling employees utilize hair restraints. |
|
45
|
0
|
Single-use & single-service articles: properly stored & used |
No |
No
|
No |
4-903.11(A)(C) Store single-use and single-service articles in a clean, dry location; where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed single service containers at the drive thru line stored on shelf with significant food debris and build up. Ensure shelf is cleaned at a frequency to preclude build up. Observed employee cell phone stored on box of patty papers. CDI: Patty papers voluntarily discarded. |
|
47
|
0.50
|
Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used |
No |
Yes
|
No |
4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed dish machine inoperable. PIC stated dish machine leaks and does not dispense chemicals reliably. REPEAT VIOLATION Improvement as per PIC, Facility has put in a work order to have the machine removed. Points reduced today due to facility attempting to have machine removed. |
|
49
|
1
|
Non-food contact surfaces clean |
No |
Yes
|
No |
4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed food residue and buildup on hot hold area near drive thru, on shelving as well as the interior and exterior of equipment throughout facility. Clean and increase cleaning to maintain clean. REPEAT VIOLATION |
|
54
|
0
|
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained |
No |
No
|
No |
5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed dumpster doors to be open. Keep dumpster doors closed to prevent pest and rodent activity.
5-501.114 Drains in dumpsters and waste containers shall have drain plugs in place. Observed no plug in cardboard dumpster. |
|
55
|
0
|
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean |
No |
No
|
No |
6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed flooring and baseboard in several areas with cracked tiles, missing tiles, and missing grout, particularly around where fryers are located. |